Ottoman art - Brass plaque chased in repoussé - King on horseback - 19th c. Qajar Dynasty






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Brass repoussé tray from the Qajar dynasty, an Ottoman art piece from the 19th century, depicting a king on horseback with peacocks and floral surrounds, diameter 37.4 cm, height 2.16 cm, in good condition with a fine patina, acquired in 2023 from Galerie/Antiquaire in Luxembourg.
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Carved brass repoussé plateau
Antique Kadjar/Qajar brass plateau, relief-embossed with repoussé, from the 19th century, with scrolled edges
Rare early collectible model from the early 19th century, possessing a superb patina.
Islamic plates often have a story to tell us—the reigns, legends, the Quran—leaving their mark in the engraving of these pieces of popular art metalwork.
This model tells the story of a king and his symbols of protection.
At the center of the plate, a king riding a harnessed horse, going on a hunt or to paradise (presence of the peacock). Behind him, a crouching woman.
Note the surrounding peacocks around the horse and this king, symbolizing immortality and renewal, in a vegetal and floral setting. Under the horse, two hounds, one with a human head.
A frieze of foliage closes the scene, leading to the rolled and scrolled edge.
Dimensions: Diameter 37.4 cm - Height 2.16 cm - excellent condition - Beautiful patina.
Provenance: Luxembourg, Galerie G.F.D.
Previously: Luxembourg collection of Ottoman art
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Carved brass repoussé plateau
Antique Kadjar/Qajar brass plateau, relief-embossed with repoussé, from the 19th century, with scrolled edges
Rare early collectible model from the early 19th century, possessing a superb patina.
Islamic plates often have a story to tell us—the reigns, legends, the Quran—leaving their mark in the engraving of these pieces of popular art metalwork.
This model tells the story of a king and his symbols of protection.
At the center of the plate, a king riding a harnessed horse, going on a hunt or to paradise (presence of the peacock). Behind him, a crouching woman.
Note the surrounding peacocks around the horse and this king, symbolizing immortality and renewal, in a vegetal and floral setting. Under the horse, two hounds, one with a human head.
A frieze of foliage closes the scene, leading to the rolled and scrolled edge.
Dimensions: Diameter 37.4 cm - Height 2.16 cm - excellent condition - Beautiful patina.
Provenance: Luxembourg, Galerie G.F.D.
Previously: Luxembourg collection of Ottoman art
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All seller’s items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the provenance.
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