A SILVER-GILT POWDER FLASK PROBABLY PUNJAB, NORTH INDIA, LATE 18TH...
A SILVER-GILT POWDER FLASK
PROBABLY PUNJAB, NORTH INDIA, LATE 18TH OR EARLY 19TH CENTURY
The rounded body tapering and curving to imitate a horn, the entire body covered in several sheets of silver-gilt richly decorated with embossed floral patterns against a punched ground and framed with palmette borders, with two possibly later suspension loops and handle, stopper attached to one of the suspension loops with later chain
7 1/8in. (18.1cm.) high
Provenance
Anon sale, Sotheby's London, 1 April 2009, lot 146
Literature
Some countries prohibit or restrict the purchase and/or import of Iranian-origin property. Bidders must familiarise themselves with any laws or shipping restrictions that apply to them before bidding on these lots. For example, the USA prohibits dealings in and import of Iranian-origin “works of conventional craftsmanship” (such as carpets, textiles, decorative objects, and scientific instruments) without an appropriate licence. Christie’s has a general OFAC licence which, subject to compliance with certain conditions, would enable a buyer to import certain lots of this type into the USA. If you intend to use Christie’s licence, please contact us for further information before you bid.
A SILVER-GILT POWDER FLASK
PROBABLY PUNJAB, NORTH INDIA, LATE 18TH OR EARLY 19TH CENTURY
The rounded body tapering and curving to imitate a horn, the entire body covered in several sheets of silver-gilt richly decorated with embossed floral patterns against a punched ground and framed with palmette borders, with two possibly later suspension loops and handle, stopper attached to one of the suspension loops with later chain
7 1/8in. (18.1cm.) high
Provenance
Anon sale, Sotheby's London, 1 April 2009, lot 146
Literature
Some countries prohibit or restrict the purchase and/or import of Iranian-origin property. Bidders must familiarise themselves with any laws or shipping restrictions that apply to them before bidding on these lots. For example, the USA prohibits dealings in and import of Iranian-origin “works of conventional craftsmanship” (such as carpets, textiles, decorative objects, and scientific instruments) without an appropriate licence. Christie’s has a general OFAC licence which, subject to compliance with certain conditions, would enable a buyer to import certain lots of this type into the USA. If you intend to use Christie’s licence, please contact us for further information before you bid.
