Lacquer box containing henna leaves, Iran, 1870-1920

Box, lacquer in shape of a barrel, detachable lid beautifully painted externally with bird and floral design, one third full of dried frizzled henna leaves, from Turkish pharmacy, Persian, 1870-1920

Collection
Science Museum
Inventory Number
3122249
Title
Lacquer box containing henna leaves, Iran, 1870-1920
Object Type
PhysicalObject
Measurements
- overall: 154 mm 118 mm, .23kg

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