A SAFAVID FACET IRON DRAGON HEAD

PERIOD
Mid 16th Century
ORIGIN
Ardabil, Persia
DIMENSIONS
18 Cm Standing High
DESCRIPTION:
A Safavid iron dragon cranium metal fixing.
With a curved attachment element, the dragon’s mouth is open with a pointed tongue pointed ears, and a fine split-palmette design to the head.
PROVENANCE:
UK private collection since the 1970s, hence Roseberys Auction London
CERTIFICATE:
Comes with a certificate from the Art Loss Register