13.9 x 11.4 cm

The hemispherical body of the vessel has a long spout. On the sides are two symmetrically arranged bird-shaped handle plates . The main grip plate shows two animals on either side of a stylized tree of life. The curved beaks are reminiscent of parrots. The punched circle motif dates the object to the early Islamic period.
Cosmetic mortars (Persian vasme-jush) were used to make cosmetics, primarily eye make-up from indigo. The product could be filled into small containers via the filigree spout.