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Tall 23" 19 C Brass Middle Eastern Syrian Candlesticks
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Pre 1920 item# 971112
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The Old Bazaar
510-910-3922
$1650.00
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Pair of mid 19th C. Syrian etched brass candlesticks. It measures 23" tall by 6.5" across the base, and together weigh about 9 pounds. One candleholder is 1/2 inch taller than the other, and the design of each candle stick is unique. The base of one has a braided trefoil chain encircling it, and the other has alternating semi medallions of trefoil and Islamic script. There are alternating sections, with endless chains, and Islamic script. The bases are slightly off round, and the candleholders unscrew in pieces for storage or transport.
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Middle Eatern Egyptian Arabic Brass Vase
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Pre 1920 item# 966118
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The Old Bazaar
510-910-3922
$250.00
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Early 20th century Egyptian brass vase with alternating medallions of Egyptian scenes and Islamic calligraphy. There are concentric rings of a chain pattern above and below the belly, and the shoulder has a ring of animals around it. The vase measures 8.5" in diameter and 10" high, the base is 7.75" across with a 5" inside diameter at the top opening. It weighs about 2.5 pounds. This was once a lamp conversion at one point as the flared base appears to have been added to the vase for stability, and there is a filled in hole on the side.
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Middle Eastern Islamic Mamluk Inlaid Brass Box
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Pre 1920 item# 963428
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The Old Bazaar
510-910-3922
$275.00
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19th century Mamluk revival Cairoware inlaid casket or box. It was made for keeping tobacco, and the original cedar wood lining is still intact and clean. This box has five different Islamic Script cartouches with trefoil semi-medallions. There is also a chain panel encircling the lid which features the largest, central medallion. The casket measures 4.5" long, by 2.75" deep and 2.75" tall. and weighs a little under a pound. It has a moderate patina, and the piece is overall in good condition, cosidering it's age.
The Mamluk dynasty existed from approximately 1250 to 1500 A.D. The Mamluks were slave soldiers who earned their freedom and became rulers of a dynasty which lasted 250 years. Their rulers were known for patronage of the arts, thus this was the most prolific and influential period for Islamic art. Mamluk metal ware is recognizable by the repeated cartouches and medallions and the chain patterns encircling the pieces. Copper and silver inlay into brass pieces is also commonly found. This particular vase was made in the 19th or early 20th century for trade to wealthy travelers who went "on tour" for extended periods of time, and liked to bring back "historical artifacts" Because of the demand and other influences, there was a revival of many types of Mameluk artifacts during this period of time.
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Yemeni Horn Silver Studded Jambiya Dagger
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Pre 1920 item# 934443
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The Old Bazaar
510-910-3922
$350.00
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This is a very graceful and beautiful dagger from Yemen. It measures 12.5" long, and 6" across and weighs 12 ounces. The handle has two pounded coins affixed, and the surface has a nubby texture to it. I believe it may be either Giraffe or Rhino horn. The leather sheath is embellished with hand worked silver studs and filigrees, ending with a silver end cap with loop. This was made approximately 1880-1920 for ceremonial dress use, so the blade is unsharpened and chromed.
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Bedouin Tribal Primitive Etched Copper Tray
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Pre 1920 item# 932800
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The Old Bazaar
510-910-3922
$450.00
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Turn of the 20th century Bedouin copper tray. This was used as a dining table. The woman of the house (or tent) would put a floor-cloth down, then bring the tray laden with salad greens, green onions, flat bread, and bowls and plates of food. The family would eat communally with their hands scooping up the food with bread or lettuce. The wear on the pattern is consistent with frequent scrubbing. Very little of the original tin plating remains as a result. It measures 26.5" X .5", and weighs 10lbs.
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