Koran Stand

A1801

From: Russia | Turkestan

Curatorial Section: Near Eastern

Object Number A1801
Current Location Collections Storage
Provenience Russia | Turkestan
Section Near Eastern
Materials Wood
Technique Carved
Description

This stand is among the more plain in its decoration with its simple carving reminiscent of architectural crenellation. It's design, however, is unique, and consists of four interlocking pieces, carved from a single piece of wood.

Credit Line Russian Expedition; Zelia Nuttall, 1897
Other Number 1586 - Other Number

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