Ewer with Inscriptions and Hunting Scenes, 11th century

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Ewer with Inscriptions and Hunting Scenes, 11th century, Attributed to Iran, Nishapur. Excavated in Iran, Nishapur, Bronze; cast, engraved, H. 14 1/8 in. ( cm), Metal, This is a remarkably elaborate and fine example of a little-known type of ewer. Of special note are the pomegranate finial on the handle and the scenes on the body, which include a man and a saluki hunting dog chasing a hare, and a man fighting a lion, both set against a background of circular, spiraling floral scrolls

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