Pile basin Brass inlaid with copper and silver,... Lot 221

Pile basin Brass inlaid with copper and silver, partly regreased Levant, circa 1900 H. 9 - Diam. 14 cm This small heap basin inlaid with silver, said to be in three metals, is decorated with calligraphic cartouches containing formulas of blessing to the owner, floral medallions, aviform medallions, and a frieze of interlacing on the rim.