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Qajar Persian Hammered Copper Scuttle with Aesthetic Movement Form
$4,500
£3,400.50
€3,926.75
CA$6,288.07
A$6,977.14
CHF 3,654.78
MX$85,558.52
NOK 46,487.52
SEK 43,882.24
DKK 29,284.20
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This 19th-century Qajar Persian coal scuttle pairs traditional metalwork with an unexpectedly modern silhouette. Its hand-hammered, exaggerated crescent form and looping handle evoke a sense of movement and whimsy-bordering on the surreal. Though rooted in utility, the piece reads more like a sculptural study in negative space, volume, and asymmetry.
Delicate incised tooling traces the body with stylized leafy sprays, nested medallions, and scrolling paisley forms-ornamental motifs closely tied to Persian design and textile traditions. These flourishes, layered over the organic, bulbous form, create a compelling tension between intricate surface detail and boldly abstract silhouette.
While originally intended as a coal scuttle, its sculptural form lends itself beautifully to contemporary use-perfect for holding kindling by the hearth, magazines in a sitting room, or even mail on a large desk. It also stands alone as a striking decorative object.
The result is an object that feels centuries ahead of its time-proto-modernist in its sculptural ambition and a striking example of the crossover between functional object and decorative art.
- Dimensions:Height: 18.75 in (47.63 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
- Style:Aesthetic Movement (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Copper,Hammered
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1880s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Likely given an early polish, the surface is now developing a rich, natural patina that complements the hammered form and enhances its sculptural presence.
- Seller Location:Kilmarnock, VA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU883045845022
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