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Qajar Damascened Steel Pen Case, Qalamdan, 19th Century.
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Qajar Damascened Steel Pen Case, Qalamdan, 19th Century.

19th century
Sold 30 June 2025 · Philip Carrol Antiques
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Description

Qajar damascened steel pen box, Qalamdan, 19th Century. The top of the case, worked in gold inlay, with scenes of figures at tables, with attendants. A continuous scene of birds amongst floral scrollwork to the sides, and the base inlaid in silver with further floral scrollwork.

Opening to reveal a container for writing implements, and its original inkwell.

Length – 20 cm, 7 7/8”.

Height – 2.5 cm, 1”.

Depth – 3.2 cm, 1 1/4”.

Condition – Some typical wear to the gilt and silvering. No damage. No repair.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Damascened Steel Pen Case to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
3.2cm (1.26")
Reference Numbers
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SA1136159
Description
Qajar damascened steel pen box, Qalamdan, 19th Century. The top of the case, worked in gold inlay, with scenes of figures at tables, with attendants.
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A continuous scene of birds amongst floral scrollwork to the sides, and the base inlaid in silver with further floral scrollwork.
Philip Carrol Antiques
fig 1. A dark steel pen case decorated with intricate gold inlay depicting figures and floral scrollwork.
fig 1. Qajar Damascened Steel Pen Case, Qalamdan, 19th Century.

Opening to reveal a container for writing implements, and its original inkwell.

Length – 20 cm, 7 7/8”.

Height – 2.5 cm, 1”.

Depth – 3.2 cm, 1 1/4”.

Condition – Some typical wear to the gilt and silvering. No damage. No repair.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Damascened Steel Pen Case to the 19th Century.

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
3.2cm (1.26")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1136159
Philip Carrol Antiques
Philip Carrol Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2017

Philip carrol antiques was established in 1983

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Philip Carrol Antiques Profile Page

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Philip Carrol Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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Archive I A dark steel pen case decorated with intricate gold inlay depicting figures and floral scrollwork. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Qajar Damascened Steel Pen Case, Qalamdan, 19th Century.

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A dark steel pen case decorated with intricate gold inlay depicting figures and floral scrollwork.
Qajar damascened steel pen case, Qalamdan, 19th Century.
Ref: SA1136159
A dark steel pen case decorated with intricate gold inlay depicting figures and floral scrollwork.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleQajar
  • MaterialSteel, Gold
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFigural narrative scenes, Floral scrollwork, Gold inlay
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 3.2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

A qalamdan is a traditional Persian portable pen and ink case used by scribes, scholars, and officials during the Qajar dynasty to carry reed pens and ink.

Damascening involves incising or etching patterns into a dark steel or iron base, then hammering fine gold or silver wire and foil into the recessed grooves.

Authentic pieces typically feature hand-forged steel construction, traditional metallurgical patination, intricate chased or inlaid precious metal decoration, and signs of age-appropriate wear.

These compact artefacts serve as focal points when displayed inside glass cabinets, on architectural shelving, or upon executive desks as historical conversation pieces.

Maintain stable low-humidity environments, avoid abrasive cleaning methods, and periodically apply microcrystalline wax to protect the steel surface from oxidation.
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