Description: Basin with foliate pattern North India, Punjab, possibly Lahore 19th century Brass with lac Diameter 30. 2 cm Mughal period basins (tasht or sailābachi) were typically fashioned in sets with matching ewers, although very few of these pairs remain intact. The vessels were used as reservoirs for the culturally traditional practice of pouring water from the ewer over one’s hands before meals or ritual prayer. The inner surface of this large basin, with its warm, butterscotch patina, is decorated with a fine foliate pattern. The motif Is formed of delicate floral and vegetal forms created by black lac-filled lines incised into the brass in low relief. The dense composition allows for little negative space, which emphasizes the overall pattern of the design rather than individual details. This background is formed by short, closely arranged linear incisions that give the illusion of a solid black ground. The basin has an inner border composed of plane bands on the top and bottom, framing a wider inner band of lac-filled hatch marks. The outer border runs just underneath the lip of the basin; it is composed of upper and lower bands of the same design as the inner border, which frame a central band of repeating blossoms. The exterior of the basin is unadorned, as is the straight foot. The Punjab was a major center for the production of fine brassware during the Mughal and Colonial periods. Lahore was known especially for fine, intricate incise work. Please see pictures for details. Small areas of staining and rubbing from use and age. Overall excellent condition.
Price: 1750 USD
Location: Syosset, New York
End Time: 2024-12-25T22:00:39.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Primary Material: Brass
Type: Pitcher Basin
Color: Butterscotch
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Region of Origin: India
Age: 1800-1849
