A SILVER MINIATURE ESTHER SCROLL CASE, BAGHDAD OR INDIAN IN BAGHDADI STYLE, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

A SILVER MINIATURE ESTHER SCROLL CASE, BAGHDAD OR INDIAN IN BAGHDADI STYLE, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

octagonal tik form, chased with alternating panels of interlace ribbonwork and foliate strapwork, baluster handle, hardstone bead finial, fitted with a scroll of Esther, ink on parchment

length 6 1/2 in.; 16.5 cm

height of scroll 2 1/8 in.; 5.3 cm