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Pair of 19th Century Mixed Metal Persian Islamic 'Khorasan' Bird Incense Burners
About the Item
These bird-shaped incense burners were created in the 19th century in Khorasan, a province in northeastern Iran that has a rich history of Islamic art and culture. The burners are made of a mixture of bronze, silver, and copper, which were commonly used materials in Persian Islamic metalwork.
The burners are designed as standing birds, with highly detailed feathers and intricate Islamic patterns decorating the neck, body, legs, and head of each bird. The Kufic script, which is a stylized form of Arabic script used in Islamic calligraphy, is also prominently featured on the surface of the burners along with animals and geometric patterns. These decorative elements were commonly used in Persian Islamic art and reflect the cultural and religious significance of Islam in the region.
The burners feature piriform hinged lids on the top of the heads, which allowed for the insertion of incense. The lids are designed to open and close easily, making it simple to add or remove incense as needed. The fine engravings on the metal surface add to the overall beauty and sophistication of the burners, and reflect the high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail that was characteristic of Persian Islamic metalwork during the 19th century.
Overall, these bird-shaped incense burners are a remarkable example of Persian Islamic art and craftsmanship from the 19th century. They showcase the mastery of metalworking techniques and the use of intricate Islamic patterns and calligraphy to create beautiful and functional objects that were an important part of Islamic culture in the region.
Made of pierced bronze, silver and copper.
Each measures:
11" x 6" x 14"
4 LBS each.
- Dimensions:Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Islamic (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1531238562202
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