Large antique Islamic 19th century Middle Eastern Moorish hand-etched tined copper brass bowl, 17 inches diameter.
Could be used as a jardiniere for a large orchids composition.
With rounded base and sloping inverted sides leading to a thickened rim, the shoulder engraved with inscription cartouches alternating with fine arabesque interlace cartouches divided by scrolling arabesque roundels, with panels of stylized engraved Thuluth calligraphy Islamic inscriptions, a band of dense plaited designs above and below.
Quality large Mamluk tinned copper metal Damascus ware vessel.
Great Mamluk Islamic Museum quality collector metalwork basin vessel.
Early 19th C.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Wear consistent with age and use.

Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Copper, Engraving, Etching, Lead

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Wear consistent with age and use.