IRAN, Qâdjâr dynasty, second half of the 19th century Two polychrome enameled, relief-molded siliceous clay cover plates on a midnight-blue background: - a large one decorated with a nobleman receiving a dignitary in his palace, with his retinue, dancers and musicians, on a cobalt blue background, and a terraced garden in perspective. 62.5 x 50.5 cm. Veiled; formerly broken in two and restored, chips and a few splinters. Framed. - A medium-sized painting depicting Khosrow, on horseback, discovering Shirin bathing in a landscape. Upper frieze with branches, birds and four-lobed cartouche with inscription in stuffing. 33.5 x 40.7 cm. Accidental, formerly restored, a few missing pieces and large chips.