AN INDO-PERSIAN TINNED-COPPER KASHKUL (BEGGING BOWL).

Description

A boat-shaped vessel, known as a kashkul, of Indo-Persian origin and likely dating to the late 19th century. The vessel is constructed from copper with a tinned finish, featuring extensive surface decoration achieved through engraving and chasing. The upper rim is encircled by a continuous horizontal band of Arabic calligraphy in a cursive script, possibly Thuluth. Below this band, the body is decorated with a dense narrative frieze depicting numerous human figures in traditional dress engaged in various activities, set against a background of scrolling vines and floral motifs. The vessel is flanked by two cast handles in the form of stylized dragon heads with open maws. The underside features a central almond-shaped mandorla containing two birds among foliage, surrounded by concentric borders of avian and floral patterns.

H: Approximately 15cm

L: Approximately 36.3cm

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AN INDO-PERSIAN TINNED-COPPER KASHKUL (BEGGING BOWL).

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