108 - A SILVER-INLAID COPPER ALLOY EGYPTIAN EWER, 19TH CENTURY

A SILVER-INLAID COPPER ALLOY EGYPTIAN EWER, 19TH CENTURY An Egyptian copper alloy ewer of elongated baluster form, with a tall neck, pointed pouring lip and high arched handle, extensively decorated with silver inlay in the Mamluk Revival taste. The body is ornamented with dense arabesques, scrolling foliage, stylized animals and birds, and large calligraphic cartouches and medallions with Arabic inscriptions, all against finely punched grounds. The neck is similarly decorated with calligraphic and foliate motifs. Egypt, 19th century. Dimensions: H: 22 in., (56 cm.) Condition: Good condition overall, with no dents or signs of restoration. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.