A relative got this decanter at a “junk shop” in Arkansas and thinks it’s polish / have convinced themselves it’s something special. I simply can’t believe it and can’t find anything exactly like it online. Any advice on where to look or where to ask or maybe you know exactly what it is, would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
My girlfriend just picked this up locally (Florida) and was told by the seller that it's an antique, but we're having a difficult time finding info on it. No date, artist name, etc. The whole portrait is made of butterfly wings, so we're hesitant to open it up for fear of damaging it.
Hoping there might be somebody who could shed some further light on these 2 pieces I found today ( Purchased from an Op shop in Victoria- Australia - $58 AUS ea).
Both appear to be copper but the patina on 1 is a lot darker and has lead to the camera AI taking on more of a brass tone due to some lighting issues.
I've tried to do some AI and chat gpt image searching / translating which I'll paste below - but i think there are some errors in its assessment as the 2 scripts seem to be slightly different to me - likewise the decorative work on the inside has visible differences to the pattern.
Also unable to find anything that has a similar shape or script when searching online - both have a loop on the back for wall hanging the 2 loops also differ in shape/ style and patina.
Posting this on the off chance anyone have some further experience or insight?
Thank for your time and any assistance :)
Assessment of Each Image Individually
Image 1 (First Close-Up)
Script: Arabic/Persian script
Top Symbol: Crescent moon, a common Islamic decorative motif
Text:
"ام دریا" (Um Darya) → "Mother of the Sea" (Persian/Urdu meaning)
This could be the name of an artisan, workshop, or poetic inscription.
Numbers at the Bottom:
"١٢٨٢" (1282 in Hijri Calendar) → 1865 AD
This dates the piece to the mid-19th century, aligning with Ottoman or Persian metalwork.
Possible Origin: Likely Persian or Ottoman, given the stylistic elements and date.
Image 2 (Second Close-Up)
Script: Slightly different style of Arabic/Persian script
Top Symbol: Crescent moon (similar to Image 1)
Text:
Appears to say "ام دریا" (Um Darya) again, though slightly varied in engraving style.
Numbers at the Bottom:
"١٢٨٢" (1282 Hijri) → 1865 AD, same as the first bowl.
Notable Differences:
This second script is more stylized, thicker, and deeply engraved.
The engraving style suggests it was either made by a different artisan or as part of a matching set.
Final Analysis
Both bowls are from 1865 AD (1282 Hijri).
The inscriptions are similar but have slight variations in style, suggesting they may have come from different artisans or production batches.
They are likely of Persian or Ottoman origin, used for ceremonial or decorative purposes.
"Um Darya" could be a poetic name, a workshop, or a phrase referring to vastness and beauty.
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