Antiques, Curios, Collectables. Tin toys, Musical instruments, Ephemera, Bronze

An Antique Indo-Persian Hammered Brass Jardiniere with Calligraphic and Figurative Decoration

The auction will start in __ days and __ hours

Start price: £30

Estimated price: £30

Auction house commission:

Description

A large cylindrical vessel of hammered brass construction, featuring three distinct horizontal bands of repoussé and chased decoration. The upper register consists of a continuous scrolling floral vine with multi-petalled rosettes. The central frieze displays bold Arabic calligraphy in relief against a textured, punched ground. The lower register depicts a figurative scene with stylised animals, including a camel, an elephant, and a feline, set amongst floral and foliate motifs. The base is encircled by a band of overlapping petal or leaf patterns. The interior exhibits a heavy, dark patina and oxidation from previous use.
Height: 23 cm
Diameter: 23 cm.

No Postage available for this item


Condition report:

The item displays signs of significant age and use. There is a heavy, dark patina and oxidation visible on the interior and base. The exterior brass surface shows typical surface wear, minor indentations, and darkening in the recessed areas of the relief decoration. The base shows heavy scratching and signs of historical wear consistent with its age.