Name: 18th/Early 19th Century Islamic Mosque Oil Lamp
Price: 3500 USD
Availability: InStock

Condition Notes: Great original antique condition, presents splendidly, enhanced with nicely aged patina. Typical age appropriate wear, including some minor imperfections such … moreGreat original antique condition, presents splendidly, enhanced with nicely aged patina. Typical age appropriate wear, including some minor imperfections such as light chips to handles and rim, rubbing to paint, and scuffs, nothing that detracts from the display or functionality, but only adds to the antique character and authenticity. less

Description: A scarce antique, circa 1785, Middle Eastern hand painted and blown glass Mosque lamp, 18th / early 19th century, the … more A scarce antique, circa 1785, Middle Eastern hand painted and blown glass Mosque lamp, 18th / early 19th century, the stunning blue glass mosque oil lamp having a large flared rim, over bulbous body, with three glass handles to the body used for hanging the lamp, remnants of elaborate hand-painted black and gold decoration including Islamic geometric, abstract floral patterns, scrollwork and calligraphy.

Highly decorative, interesting, architectural, conversational and historical, it makes for a fascinating decorative object, intriguing cultural curiosity, and important religious folk art work.

Provenance:
The estate of Mr. Wesley and Mrs. Suzanne LaFever, Beverly Hills, California

Acquisition:
Highly reputable auction house Austin Auction Gallery (est.1983), Austin, Texas. Fine Estate & Antiques Day 1, December 2021 catalog

Dimensions: (approx)
11.75" High, 9" Diameter,
4lbs

Great original antique condition, presents splendidly, enhanced with nicely aged patina. Typical age appropriate wear, including some minor imperfections such as light chips to handles and rim, rubbing to paint, and scuffs, nothing that detracts from the display or functionality, but only adds to the antique character and authenticity. less

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18th/Early 19th Century Islamic Mosque Oil Lamp

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