Description:

Near East / Central Asia, Persia (Iran), ca. 19th century CE. A pair of bronze and copper ewers, intricately etched with foliate motifs, and one is adorned with scenes of animals and men on horseback along the flattened faces. Both ewers feature elongated, narrow spouts - an iconic shape synonymous with Persian artistry, a style that has endured since at least the 16th century. These ornate vessels were traditionally used for pouring liquids such as rosewater or wine, often in ceremonial, domestic, or religious contexts. Size of handled ewer: 9.5" L x 3.5" W x 14.75" H (24.1 cm x 8.9 cm x 37.5 cm)

Provenance: private Ventura County, California, USA collection

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#190670

    Condition:
  • Heavy wear to both. Base on the narrow ewer is indented and misshapen, so it wobbles, but stands upright. Interior is encrusted with mineral deposits and oxidation. Heavy green oxidation on the interior of the larger vessel, indentation and gouge to the sides and rubbing to motifs. Both are nicely weathered and aged.

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