Brass kettle-shaped vessel with a pointed top. The long, upright spout has a roaring dragon head at the tip. The vessel is mounted on a raised, circular base. It has a large, semi-circular handle with a hinged opening at the top. It is decorated with engraved scrolling vine patterns.
AKM889, Dragon-spouted pitcher (ewer)

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Brass kettle-shaped vessel mounted on a raised, circular base. View from the back of the large, semi-circular handle.
AKM889, Dragon-spouted pitcher (ewer), Side

© The Aga Khan Museum

Brass kettle-shaped vessel with a pointed top. The long, upright spout has a roaring dragon head at the tip. The vessel is mounted on a raised, circular base. It has a large, semi-circular handle with a hinged opening at the top. It is decorated with engraved scrolling vine patterns.
AKM889, Dragon-spouted pitcher (ewer)

© The Aga Khan Museum

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Dragon-spouted pitcher (ewer)
  • Accession Number:AKM889
  • Place:Iran
  • Dimensions:29 x 24 cm
  • Date:17th century
  • Materials and Technique:brass; cast, engraved and inlaid with black compound

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