Fine Works of Art: Islamic, Indian, Chinese and Antiquities

Fine Works of Art: Islamic, Indian, Chinese and Antiquities

Lot 41: A Tinned Copper Islamic Kashkul Beggar's Bowlwith Dragon-Head...

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Start price: £1,500

Estimated price: £2,000 - £3,000

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A Tinned Copper Islamic Kashkul Beggar’s Bowlwith Dragon-Head Handles, Deccan, 17th Century.

The kashkul features a deep, gently curving form with a flat foot and two dramatically rising handles that terminate in stylised open-mouthed dragon heads. The surface is densely adorned with bands of inscriptions in elegant calligraphy, encircling the body in multiple registers. Below the inscriptions, a wide decorative band displays repeating floral medallions interspersed with delicate blossoms, all bordered by fine geometric and vegetal motifs.

L: Approximately 45cm

Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished W London lady since late 1990’s.