Lot 412
A 17th century Mughal silver-inlaid copper alloy Bidri ware Huqqa (Hookah) base Bidar, Deccan,...
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Lot 412
A 17th century Mughal silver-inlaid copper alloy Bidri ware Huqqa (Hookah) base Bidar, Deccan,...
Lot 412
Lot Description
A 17th century Mughal silver-inlaid copper alloy Bidri ware Huqqa (Hookah) base Bidar, Deccan, India, circa 1650-1700, the bell shaped body profusely inlaid with flowering plants within shaped borders, 5.5" base diameter, x 6" high, (14cm x 15cm). For a spherical example of matching design and period see Bonhams, New Bond Street, Islamic and Indian Art, 24th April 2012, Lot 200.
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Condition Report
Some surface pitting, extensive losses to silver. Generally showing heavy wear/signs of age commensurate with possible excaration. Would benefit from a clean.
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