Islamic Art and Fine Objects

AN INDIAN SILVER ROSEWATER SPRINKLER GULAB PASH, 19TH CENTURY

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Start price: £550

Estimated price: £600 - £800

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Description

An Indian silver Mughal style rosewater sprinkler, also known as a gulab pash, dating to the 19th or early 20th century. The vessel features a bulbous mid-section supported by a flared, stepped pedestal base and a long, tapering neck that terminates in a domed, perforated screw-top cap. The exterior is decorated with intricate repousse and chased floral and foliate motifs. The construction consists of a silver-toned metal showing characteristics of traditional Indian metalwork.

H: 33g, Weight: 377.9 g