Presale Islamic and Indian art from a Private Collection in Rome and other provenances. In partnership with BAIAS Arte. Sessione unica
Monday 16 December 2024 hours 15:30 (UTC +01:00)
A Chinese inspired blue and white Safavid huqqa base (Kendi)
A Chinese inspired blue and white Safavid huqqa base (Kendi)
Iran, 17th century
fritware body with typical globular shape, hourglass shaped neck and a bulging, faceted pourer in this case instead of the usual rounded form. The surface with underglaze blue decoration imitating the Chinese tradition featuring tall pagodas in a maritime context, a stylised wave motif encircles the base and floral motifs adorning the shoulder and neck. Characteristic of Safavid production is the black outline and the pseudo Chinese-inspired mark on the base. Flaws and cracks.
H. 16,2 X L. 13