Beschreibung:

ISLAMIC LARGE CALLIGRAPHIC VESSEL 19th century AD A large tinned copper bowl with band of Arabic text to the inside of the rim, to the outside a band of repeating floral motifs; short neck with bands of floral motifs with Arabic text to the central panel; shoulder with band of Arabic text and scrolling floral pattern below; to the body a repeating pattern of geometric interlaced floral motifs with three bands of floral motifs and panel of arabic text; to the base engraved makers name. 3.08 kg, 38cm (15"). Condition Fine condition. Provenance Acquired on the London art market before 2000.