This is a genuine. Rare and authentic early Islamic bronze rosewater sprinkler (golabzan). An exquisite example of Islamic metalwork, this piece was likely used in ceremonial or courtly settings for sprinkling rosewater, a symbol of hospitality and purification in the Islamic world. ? Region: Khorasan (Eastern Central Asia)?? Date: Early Islamic / Abbasid Era (9th-10th century AD)?? Material: Cast bronze with beautiful natural green patina?? Design. Unique 12-sided (dodecagonal) body. Intricately incised medallions with early Islamic scrollwork motifs. Raised decorative knobs, some with traces of red and white inlay. Tall neck with a flared trumpet-shaped mouth and additional raised elements. ? Condition: Excellent for age. Minor wear consistent with antiquity. ? Dimensions: [height 6 Inches and width 3 inches]. This museum-quality piece showcases the artistic and cultural sophistication of the Abbasid-era Khorasan region. A true collector’s item for those interested in early Islamic art, antique bronze, or Middle Eastern history.
C/w screw off lid. Height 8 inch (20cm). Dealers note: A beautiful little sprinkler from the Kangxi period. A rare item made for the Islamic market. The copper bases were commonly added in the 18th and 19th century to disguise damage. As a collector and a specialist in Chinese porcelain I guarantee the authenticity of this item. This is a very good price so close offers only will be considered. CURIOSITYSHOPS CUSTOMER CARE PROMISE please read below. Hi Fellow antique lovers. I offer you a high end product with unrivalled customer care. You will receive a speedy, polite and friendly reply to any questions you may have. All efforts are made to describe an items authenticity as accurately as possible. In some cases we seek an independent specialist opinion for confirmation. The condition of an antique is subjective and the photos form an integral part of the description, however any damage or flaw of significance will be mentioned. IMPORTANT: I treat others as I would wish to be treated. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian/Oriental Antiques\Chinese\Bowls”. The seller is “curiosityshop5″ and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom, Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Australia, United States, Bahrain, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Norway, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Korea, South, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Bermuda, Barbados, Brunei Darussalam, Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Liechtenstein, Macau, Monaco, Maldives, Martinique, Nicaragua, Oman, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, Bahamas, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Kuwait, Panama, Qatar, Trinidad and Tobago.
