with flat everted rim featuring calligraphic cartouches and inscriptions, engraved with a band of cursive calligraphy above lobed arches filled with scrolling cloudbands, arabesques or floral designs

In overall good condition, thin crack to base with some associated consolidation, staining to interior, few minor pin-sized holes to base, the surface rubbed, with some oxidisation, scratches consistent with age and use, generally bright, as viewed.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

inscriptions

Around the neck: Call to God to bless The Fourteen Innocents.

On the rim: A Persian benedictory couplet and owner’s name as: ‘Its owner Mehr ‘Ali Khan, the butler (sharbat-dar)'.