Late 19th or early 20th century India Bronze Inkwell measures 6.25" by 4.25", and weighs 41 ounces before packing. The cast body of the inkwell depicts peacock detailing in it's design. A massive and impressive piece.
Late 19th century finely etched kashkul shaped vessel or bowl from Kashmir. Both ends have snake heads, and there is a snaky paisley pattern over a fine foliate background. Measures 5.5" (14cm) tip to tip, and 2.5" (6.35cm) across, and 3" (7.6cm) tall. It weighs four ounces (113gm). Generally silver from Kashmir is 80% to 90% pure. I cannot find a makers mark, which is not unusual for non-export silver from this area and era. A second, identical piece is also available.
Antique capstan or mortar base brass candlesticks. Hollow interior would make it easy for a lamp conversion. Pieces unscrew for easy packing. Measuring nearly a foot tall and 4" across at the base. These heavy candlesticks weigh nearly four pounds.
Complete Middle Eastern brass silver and copper inlaid coffee set. The brass tray measures 13 " across, and is inlaid in silver and copper. There are three cartouches of Islamic script, alternating with lobed endless knot medallions. The rim has a braided endless knot pattern often seen in Celtic designs as well. The set includes six 2" "Gawa" or coffee cups (Zarfs) with green hand spun Egyptian Glass inserts, and the classically shaped 6" "Ibrik" or coffee se ...click for details
Persian silver wine set. The floral and bird medallion design across the belly of the pitcher as well as the central medallion of the tray is a typical Persian Qajar (Victorian) era theme. The tray is marked 84 in Persian numerals, I am not familiar with the makers mark. I couldn't find a mark on any of the other pieces, so I am assuming this was intended for domestic use.
The tray is 11" by 6.5" weighs 10.4 ounces, the pitcher is 9.5" tall by 3.5" in diam ...click for details
