March Auction
Lot 395:
19th C Silver Ottoman Divit Qalamdan, Traveling Quill Pen Holder and Inkwell
Description
Antique 19th C Silver Ottoman Middle Eastern divit qalamdan, a traveling quill pen holder and inkwell.
It was used by scribes and officials for writing on the go. The long tubular case held the reed or quill pens, while the attached lidded container held dry ink.
189 grams, measures 9 inches L x 2 H x 2.25 W.
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