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Kashmiri Silver Filigree Rosewater Sprinkler (Gulaab Pash), Late 19th Century
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£1,216.44
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Exquisite Antique Kashmiri Silver Filigree Rosewater Sprinkler (Gulaab Pash)
Circa 1880–1910 Srinagar, Kashmir
A rare masterpiece of South Asian silverwork, this antique gulaab pash (rosewater sprinkler) is a stellar example of late 19th to early 20th century Kashmiri filigree craftsmanship. Towering with grace and sophistication, this ceremonial vessel is entirely handcrafted from fine silver using the delicate naqashi filigree technique—each element shaped from twisted silver wire and assembled into a lace-like lattice of breathtaking intricacy.
The form echoes classical Mughal aesthetics with a stylized floral base, bulbous body, and elegantly tapering neck topped with a lotus-inspired finial. The bulbous section, reminiscent of a pomegranate or bud, is adorned with a rhythmic overlay of leaf-shaped filigree panels, each bordered with granulated beading and pierced in meticulous symmetrical motifs. The foot is formed of radiating petals, providing a strong yet airy foundation.
The upper portion features an elaborate cap adorned with applied granules and fruit-like spheres, perhaps symbolic of abundance and divine fragrance. This detailed ornamentation atop the sprinkler adds a sculptural flourish that suggests both ritual and regality.
Highlights:
Handcrafted in high-grade silver using openwork filigree techniques
Exceptional structural symmetry with no casting; every curve is a feat of wire artistry
Natural patina and oxidation speak to its age and authenticity
Likely used in formal courtly or religious settings for sprinkling rosewater—a gesture of refinement and hospitality
Dimensions:
Height: 14.75 in (37.5 cm)
Base Diameter: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)
Material: High-purity unmarked silver (tested)
Origin: Srinagar, Kashmir, British India
Condition:
Excellent condition with all original elements intact. Aged patina with minor silver darkening and oxidation consistent with age. No restorations or repairs noted. Museum-quality preservation for a piece of this fragility and detail.
Collector's Note:
This gulaab pash is not only a utilitarian object but a jewel of metalwork—ideal for collectors of Islamic art, connoisseurs of South Asian silver, or designers seeking a statement objet d’art. Whether placed under a bell jar or mounted on a pedestal, it radiates the kind of timeless craftsmanship that whispers of fragrance, ceremony, and splendor from a bygone world.
- Dimensions:Height: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Diameter: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
- Style:Anglo-Indian (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Late 19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Islamabad, PK
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8147245279912
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