Antique 19thC Islamic Signed Tinned Copper Ablution Basin Bowl (10")

Description

View Antique 19thC Islamic Signed Tinned Copper Ablution Basin Bowl (10") with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. No major structural dents or cracks. For sale is a genuine, museum-quality 19th-century hand-hammered tinned copper ablution basin (sailabchi). This is a beautiful piece of Islamic history, traditionally used alongside a tall water ewer for formal handwashing.Key Features & Details:Authentic Master's Stamp: Features a rare, hand-struck maker's cartouche punch (muhr) on the interior bottom, proving its 19th-century guild workshop origin.Two-Piece Set: Includes the deep-welled base bowl and the matching, removable copper drain sieve with hand-punched star-and-floral geometric cutouts.Intricate Artistry: The wide, fluted/scalloped rim features beautiful hand-engraved vertical panels depicting traditional floral spray motifs.Dimensions: Full-sized piece measuring 10 inches wide across the rim and 4.5 inches tall.Condition: Excellent antique condition. No major structural dents or cracks. It displays a stunning historic patina with honest wear to the original silvery tin lining, exposing the warm copper base underneath. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Kitchen & Home › Kitchen Tools & Gadgets › Colanders, Strainers & Sifters. Brand: Unbranded.

Brand

Unbranded

Number of Items in Set

1

Type

Food Strainer

Shape

Round

Color

Copper

Style

Islamic

Material

Copper, Metal

Set Includes

Food Strainer

Food Compatibility

Universal

Components Included

Bowl