A KASHMIRI LACQUERED PAPIER-MÂCHÉ TRAY Kashmir, Indian subcontinent, 19th century
A KASHMIRI LACQUERED PAPIER-MÂCHÉ TRAY
Kashmir, Indian subcontinent, 19th century
With scalloped edges, the front decorated with interlaced arabesques and foliate motifs against a cream-coloured ground.
61cm x 40.5cm x 3.5cm
Papier-mâché, is a traditional Kashmiri craft involving the painting of intricate designs on objects made from paper pulp. Its introduction to the Kashmir Valley is often associated with the arrival of Islam, as it was introduced to the valley by Sultan Zain-ul-Abidin (1420-1470) utilizing experts imported from Samarqand. Historically, it was known as Kar-i-qalamdani, referring to the production of lacquered pen cases (qalamdan), but over time the craft expanded to include a wide variety of decorative items.
Literature:
Maliyar, B.A., A History of Papier-Mâché Craft in Kashmir, IJAMSR, Vol 4, Issue 6, 2021.
Pal, P. and Ames, F., The Arts of Kashmir, Italia: Harry N. Abrams, 2007.
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A KASHMIRI LACQUERED PAPIER-MÂCHÉ TRAY
Kashmir, Indian subcontinent, 19th century
With scalloped edges, the front decorated with interlaced arabesques and foliate motifs against a cream-coloured ground.
61cm x 40.5cm x 3.5cm
Papier-mâché, is a traditional Kashmiri craft involving the painting of intricate designs on objects made from paper pulp. Its introduction to the Kashmir Valley is often associated with the arrival of Islam, as it was introduced to the valley by Sultan Zain-ul-Abidin (1420-1470) utilizing experts imported from Samarqand. Historically, it was known as Kar-i-qalamdani, referring to the production of lacquered pen cases (qalamdan), but over time the craft expanded to include a wide variety of decorative items.
Literature:
Maliyar, B.A., A History of Papier-Mâché Craft in Kashmir, IJAMSR, Vol 4, Issue 6, 2021.
Pal, P. and Ames, F., The Arts of Kashmir, Italia: Harry N. Abrams, 2007.
Estimate
Time, Location
Auction House
