Qatar
Silver model of a dhow (ship) c.1979
White metal, cotton | 56.8 x 54.5 x 21.1cm (parts .a and .b together) | RCIN 60592
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White metal model of a dhow (ship) with a cotton canopy over the deck. On a triangular red velvet covered stand applied on one side with a medallion of the Sultan of Qatar and on the other with a presentation plaque and medallion. (With two bags of incense/amber?).
Provenance
Presented to Queen Elizabeth II by the Marine Department of the Qatar National Museum, Doha, during her State Visit to Qatar, 21–24 February 1979.
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Creator(s)
(nationality)Acquirer(s)
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Medium and techniques
White metal, cotton
Measurements
56.8 x 54.5 x 21.1cm (parts .a and .b together)
5030 g (Weight) (whole object)
Category
Object type(s)
Alternative title(s)
Model dhow
Place of Production
Qatar
