1871 Wood Engraving Kumkum Egyptian Mibkharah Scent Bottle Vessel Incense XGQB7 XEE8 On the reverse is a

On the reverse is a short article "The Wall of the Andes

25 x 23 cm

in Harvard Square

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1871 Wood Engraving Kumkum Egyptian Mibkharah Scent Bottle Vessel Incense XGQB7 XEE8 On the reverse is aThis is an original 1871 black and white in text wood engraving of a scent bottle called "Kumkum" usually made of gilt silver, brass, china or glass. The second image is the "Mibkharah", a perfuming vessel or receptacle for burning charcoal. These scent bottles were part of a common custom performed by the Egyptians, who used to sprinkle the guests with rose water or orange flower water. CONDITION This 140+ year old Item is rated Near Mint Very Fine+.