Tâs, Chiseled Copper Basin, Iran, Province Of Fars, 18th / 19th Century, Superb Condition

"Tâs" Basin, in chiseled brass on a black bituminous background, with a convex base and convex wall, with incised decorations and traces of inlays. This "Tâs", originating in Iran and the province of Fars, is dated from the 18th or beginning of the 19th century.
Our model presents a decoration of four medallions with epigraphic decorations alternating with calligraphy bands, the whole covered with friezes of flowers and latticework.
These containers, abundantly decorated with marvelous engravings, were the joy and pride of the collections of the princes of that time and the happiness of collectors of Islamic art today.
Attention masterpiece, a breathtaking beauty.
# These objects are present in the great collections of museums of Islamic art, all over the world.
- Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Italy.
- Museum für Islamische Kunst, Staatliche Museum zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany.
Dimensions: Diameter at the neck: 10 cm - Diameter: 18 cm - Height: 8.5cm - Weight: 399 grs
The last photo shows our other basins (from the 14th century to the 19th century) that we have for sale on Proantic.
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