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Astrolabe

Qajar dynasty (1786–1925), Late 18th century with later additions
Brass with pierced and engraved decoration
18.5 × 3 cm (7.3 × 1.2 in)

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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026

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