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Lid of a Cordovan ivory box

Unknown artist, 999

The lid is of shallow domical form decorated decorated with four marked huntsmen, and inscribed: 'In the name of God. Blessing, victory, & support to the Vazir Abu'l-Mutarrif son of al-Manur Abu 'Amir Muhammad son of Abu 'Amir, may God support him.'

More information

Title of artwork, date

Lid of a Cordovan ivory box, 999

Date supported

1987

Medium and material

Ivory

Dimensions

10 cm

Grant

6300

Total cost

39600

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