Qajar-Era Persian Hand-Painted Double-Tile Panel with Female Musician (19th Century)

A charming two-tile panel from the Qajar dynasty of Persia (1789–1925), hand-painted in vibrant underglaze pigments. The composition depicts a seated woman in a flowing yellow dress, playing a stringed instrument amidst a lush garden of stylized flowers.

The panel is framed by floral borders on turquoise grounds, enhancing its decorative elegance. Executed in vivid colors of turquoise, cobalt blue, green, yellow, and manganese, the design reflects the Qajar fascination with music, poetry, and courtly life.

• Period: Late 19th century

• Origin: Persia (Iran), Qajar dynasty

• Medium: Hand-painted ceramic tiles with underglaze pigments and transparent glaze

• Form: Two-tile panel

• Condition: Good antique condition, with surface wear and craquelure consistent with age

A fine and evocative example of Qajar art, suitable for collectors of Islamic ceramics and Persian decorative arts.

20.2×20.2 each 40.40 altogether