Baluster Vase, Chiseled Brass, Ht 52 Cm, Animated Scenes, Calligraphy, 19th Century Indo-persian Work

Of good size, this large Indo-Persian baluster vase of 52 cm in height is made of brass and is heavily decorated.
From the base to the top there are multiple friezes comprising calligraphy, trellises, a frieze of chitals, a series of rondos or rosettes animated by horsemen, followed by a series of cruciform medallions animated by characters, finished by other calligraphed and animated friezes. The finish of the object is of quality, the deep and incisive engravings demonstrate the dexterity of the maker.
The golden and old patina sublimates the object.
These marvelous coppers and brasses, tinned or not, were under the Ottoman, Safavid or Kadjar, Mughal dynasties an eminent alternative to silver and they enjoyed the same status.
## Pure copper is the origin of the alloys bronze and brass. It has been shaped by repoussé at all times, but it has often been gilded, enamelled, covered or encrusted with other materials.
It has been used extensively in the manufacture of everyday objects.
Boilermaking includes this type of production and certain countries, such as those of the Muslim East, have become masters in this field.
This object has lived as one of the centerpieces of a large house, a palace...
Dimensions: Height: 52 cm - diameter at the neck: 11 cm - diameter at the foot: 14 cm - diameter of the belly: 18 cm - weight: 1190 grs
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