Showrooms

A pair of brass Syrian Mamluk revival vases with silver and copper inlay

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
A pair of brass Syrian Mamluk revival vases with silver and copper inlay
Syrian, 20th Century
28cm high x 14cm in diameter.

These excellent vases were made in the Mamluk revival, during which inspiration was drawn heavily from the Mamluk period, a time of great artistic and architectural production under Sultanate patronage. An effort was made to maintain much of the artistic heritage of this rich period, in particular its exceptional metalwork, of which these two fine vases are examples. Made in Syria in the early twentieth century, they are made of brass which has been inlaid with silver and copper, and they feature inscriptions in both Arabic and Hebrew. The words are set among rich and intricate silver and copper patterns with knots and vines, and the vibrant colours and skilful execution render these pieces very fine examples of Mamluk-style metalwork.

More Information

Origin:	Syria
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Brass, Copper, Silver.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	17052
Incollect Reference #:	584270

Dimensions

H.	11.02 in;	Diam.	5.51 in;
H.	28 cm;	Diam.	14 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.