113 - A SYRIAN SILVER AND COPPER-INLAID BRASS CALLIGRAPHIC VASE, DAMASCUS, 19TH CENTURY

A SYRIAN SILVER AND COPPER-INLAID BRASS CALLIGRAPHIC VASE, DAMASCUS, 19TH CENTURY A large Syrian brass vase of baluster form with a broad rounded body, tall tapering neck and flared mouth, extensively decorated with silver and copper inlay in the Mamluk revival taste. The body and neck are arranged in multiple registers of Arabic calligraphy against finely punched grounds, separated by interlaced geometric bands, with further calligraphic medallions and repeated pendant motifs. Syria, 19th century. Dimensions: H: 20 1/2 in., (52 cm.) Condition: Very good condition overall, with expected signs of age and wear. No dents. Silver inlay is well preserved. 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.