a finely worked tinned copper kashkul beggar's bowl kashmir early 20th century

A Finely Worked Tinned Copper Kashkul, (Beggar's Bowl): Kashmir, Early 20th Century.


Price

£65
| $81 USD | €77 EUR


Item Ref

K 1021

Description

This small example is of elliptical form and rests upon an applied double ogee form foot. The kashkul is hand raised and wrought from heavy gauge beaten sheet copper - applied handle lugs at the left and right extremes take the form of highly stylised dragon heads. The vessel is finished with intricate chiseled and chased decoration - broad chinar leaves are depicting growing from meandering vines. The foot incorporates a trailing vine.
The surface has retained the original tinned finish.
Length - 5 3/16" (133mm). max height - 2 5/8" (67mm).
Weight - 112 grams.
Condition: Very Good. Minor surface marks etc. No repairs. Natural colour and patina.
Internal Ref: K 1021


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