of striking deep mahogany/brown color has been hammered and chased with embossed ornament on the walls, consisting of six rows of elongated globules, all formed in repousse by striking from the interior with a small egg-shaped tool.

Reference: For an almost identical example cf: Mahboubian, "Art of Ancient Iran, Copper and Bronze," 1998, #49.

Condition: Intact, very good condition. A small fracture to the rim that does not detract.

Dimensions: Height: 6.5cm (2.5in); Diameter: 16.5cm (6.5in).

Provenance: Private Australian collection with old collection label on base.