Lot 265: AN ISLAMIC ENGRAVED TINNED COPPER BOWL, SAFAVID, 18TH CENTURY

An Islamic engraved tinned copper bowl featuring a deep rounded body and a slightly flared rim, supported by a short, tapered circular foot. The exterior is decorated with a dense, all-over engraved scheme consisting of repeating floral arabesques set within vertical, ogival cartouches. The primary decorative field is bordered by bands of fine geometric patterns and scrolling foliate motifs located just below the rim. The vessel is constructed of copper with a silver-toned tinning applied to the surface. The interior shows a plain surface with visible circular tool marks from the manufacturing process.

H: 15cm, Diameter: 26cm