Elephant riders, India, last quarter of the 19th century

Description

Silver (84), decorated with enamel - Meenakari, is stamped with later Russian assay marks.

Dimensions: c. 6x5x3,5 cm

Minakari or Meenakari is the process of painting and colouring the surfaces of metals and ceramic tiles through enameling, originating in Safavid Iran. It is practiced as an art form, and commercially produced mainly in Iran, India, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. Minakari art usually involves intricate designs (mainly using geometric shapes and designs), and is applied as a decorative feature to serving dishes, containers, vases, frames, display ornaments, and jewelry.

Price: 2 200,00 zł 2200

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Product code: 31873