{"product_id":"antique-syrian-damascus-heena-enamelled-copper-censer-on-tripod-stand","title":"Antique Syrian Damascus Heena Enamelled Copper Censer on Tripod Stand","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003eA decorative antique enamelled copper censer or incense burner, attributed to Damascus, Syria, and dating to the late nineteenth to early twentieth century, circa 1880–1920. The piece is executed in traditional \u003cstrong data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eHeena work\u003c\/strong\u003e, a form of Syrian enamelled copper associated with Damascus workshop production, characterised by a turquoise ground with stylised foliate decoration in pink, green, cobalt blue and white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003eThe censer is formed in two parts, with a pierced domed cover surmounted by a crescent finial, above a cylindrical copper body raised on three brass-toned feet. The construction and palette align with known Damascus export wares of this period, particularly smaller domestic incense burners. Comparable examples in the Touma collection and broader market show similar use of hand-applied enamel, pierced lids, and simplified floral ornament within the Heena tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003eCondition is an important factor. There are losses to the original fired enamel, and several areas—most notably in lighter blue—have been \u003cstrong data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003etouched in with later paint\u003c\/strong\u003e, which sits visibly on the surface and differs from the original enamel. This represents an unsympathetic historic restoration rather than original decoration. The copper body shows age-related patination and interior oxidisation consistent with use. Despite this, the piece remains visually strong and decorative, with good colour contrast between enamel, copper and gilt-toned elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2259\"\u003eThis is best catalogued as an attributed Damascus or Syrian Heena enamelled copper censer, offered as a decorative example of Levantine metalwork with honest age and visible restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2280\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2283\"\u003eHeight: 23.5 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003eWidth across feet: 15 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2328\"\u003eBase diameter approx.: 11.75 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2362\"\u003eWeight: 542 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2384\" data-end=\"2675\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2384\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2400\"\u003eAntique condition with age-related wear throughout. Losses to enamel. Areas of later painted over-restoration, particularly in blue. Surface patina, oxidisation and wear to copper. Minor irregularities consistent with hand manufacture. Structurally sound and displays well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Exentric Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57003627872588,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/0689\/2620\/files\/IMG_6685.heic?v=1773745666","url":"https:\/\/exentricantiques.com\/products\/antique-syrian-damascus-heena-enamelled-copper-censer-on-tripod-stand","provider":"Exentric Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}