Decorative Persian Plate with the Twelve Tribes

Metal plate decorated with a tree and the names of the twelve tribes, and verses. [Persia. Early 20^th century]. Diam. 23 cm.

In the center of the plate is a large thick tree with twelve branches. Written on each one in large letters is the name of one of the twelve tribes. The tree is bordered by a wide strip of decoration. The plate has a high rim with an engraved inscription and two Stars of David. With a small hole for hanging.