Pomander
Category
Metalwork
Date
Unknown
Materials
Silver
Measurements
67 mm (Length); 20 mm (Dia)
Place of origin
Iran
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Snowshill Manor and Garden, Gloucestershire
NT 1333849.2
Summary
The smaller of one of two Persian pomanders, silver horn shaped with four suspended sets of chains to the lid and one to the base of the body. Engraved decoration, stylised, overall. Catch opens to reveal circular perfume holder with square neck and cap. Metal hanging loop to top.
Provenance
Given to the National Trust with Snowshill Manor in 1951 by Charles Paget Wade.