This finely worked Persian brass vase dates to the late 19th century and reflects the decorative metalwork traditions of Qajar-period Iran. Raised through hand-hammering and extensively chased and engraved, the surface is enriched with dense punch-work and flowing cartouches containing Persian (Farsi) inscriptions rendered in Arabic script.
The inscriptional panels are interspersed with scrolling vegetal forms and repeating animal motifs, a decorative language widely employed in secular Persian metalwork of the period. The punched ground creates depth and contrast, allowing the chased inscriptions and figures to stand out against the darkened patina of the brass.
Balanced in proportion with a flared rim and stable foot, the piece is correctly identified as a vase rather than a huqqa base, with no internal fittings or apertures. Its scale and visual richness make it well suited as a standalone decorative object, appealing equally to collectors of Middle Eastern metalwork and to interior designers seeking a sculptural accent with historical presence.
Dimensions & Weight: Height: 50 cm Base diameter: 13.5 cm Weight: 1.12 kg
Condition: Good antique condition, with age-appropriate surface wear, patination, and minor surface irregularities consistent with hand-worked brass. No structural cracks or repairs observed.
