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Persian brass ewer
480,00 €
Brass ewer, Iran Qajar 19th century.
Category: Rare items
Tags: 19th century, brass, engraved decoration, ewer, Iran, Islam, orientalism, Qajar dynasty, religious art
Description
A brass ewer with a brown patina, made in Iran, Qajar dinasty, in the 19th century. It features a rich engraved decoration covering its entire surface, with numerous medallions populated by figures (deities, kings, animals, etc.) and a foot decorated with stylized floral motifs. This type of ewer, known as “Aftafa”, was generally used for ablutions before religious ceremonies.
Period : 19th century
Dimensions :
Height : 40 cm
Maximal width : 23 cm
Diameter of the foot : 10,5 cm
Condition : Good


