Brass Incense Burner Engraved With Calligraphy, Middle East, 19th Century, Islamic Art
Artist: Art Islamique
Chiseled brass tabletop incense burner,
with a wide, chalice-shaped opening,
originating from the Middle East,
dating from the 19th century.
More photos or video available upon request.
The wide, bulbous body features four large rosettes.
Each features Arabic calligraphy, with a different text on each.
The base and neck also feature beautifully executed calligraphy.
A fine braided band separates the lower part of the neck from the body.
An old (high-quality) tin restoration is visible beneath the braided band.
Numerous decorative elements, including foliage and scrollwork, complete the design.
The piece is of high quality and has a beautiful patina.
These objects were used to burn all kinds of incense to perfume the air but also, and above all, to dispel miasmas.
During the Muslim dynasties, these marvelous antique brass and copper pieces were a prominent alternative to silver and enjoyed the same status.
The color whose symbolism is easiest to understand is gold.
Its associations with the sun and gold have made it an emblem of divine power, perfection, and majesty.
These objects were undoubtedly once the centerpieces of homes and palaces.
The resemblance of the neck and body to a large mosque lamp mounted on a pedestal is striking (see photo).
The same type of opening is found on blown-glass goblets from the 10th and 11th centuries.
The last photos show incense burners available in our Proantic gallery.
Dimensions: Height: 30.5 cm (12")
Diameter: 19.5 cm (7.5") for the body, 16.5 cm (6.5") for the neck, 11.5 cm (4.5") for the base,
weighing 1,334 g
Minimal signs of wear due to age
## For any inquiries, you can reach me at 06 13 36 09 30 or winsteinprovence@gmail.com
FREE SHIPPING TO FRANCE 0€ / EUROPE 25€ / WORLD 50€
www.winsteinprovence.com
## Text and photos by Winstein, all rights reserved
ref winstein 1183
with a wide, chalice-shaped opening,
originating from the Middle East,
dating from the 19th century.
More photos or video available upon request.
The wide, bulbous body features four large rosettes.
Each features Arabic calligraphy, with a different text on each.
The base and neck also feature beautifully executed calligraphy.
A fine braided band separates the lower part of the neck from the body.
An old (high-quality) tin restoration is visible beneath the braided band.
Numerous decorative elements, including foliage and scrollwork, complete the design.
The piece is of high quality and has a beautiful patina.
These objects were used to burn all kinds of incense to perfume the air but also, and above all, to dispel miasmas.
During the Muslim dynasties, these marvelous antique brass and copper pieces were a prominent alternative to silver and enjoyed the same status.
The color whose symbolism is easiest to understand is gold.
Its associations with the sun and gold have made it an emblem of divine power, perfection, and majesty.
These objects were undoubtedly once the centerpieces of homes and palaces.
The resemblance of the neck and body to a large mosque lamp mounted on a pedestal is striking (see photo).
The same type of opening is found on blown-glass goblets from the 10th and 11th centuries.
The last photos show incense burners available in our Proantic gallery.
Dimensions: Height: 30.5 cm (12")
Diameter: 19.5 cm (7.5") for the body, 16.5 cm (6.5") for the neck, 11.5 cm (4.5") for the base,
weighing 1,334 g
Minimal signs of wear due to age
## For any inquiries, you can reach me at 06 13 36 09 30 or winsteinprovence@gmail.com
FREE SHIPPING TO FRANCE 0€ / EUROPE 25€ / WORLD 50€
www.winsteinprovence.com
## Text and photos by Winstein, all rights reserved
ref winstein 1183
1 180 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Orientalism
Condition: Good condition
Material: Brass
Diameter: 19,5 cm - 7,5"
Height: 30,5 cm - 12"
Reference (ID): 1857189
Availability: In stock
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