19th Century Indian Bidriware Engraved Vase

$925.00
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This exclusive 19th century Bidriware vase is bell-shaped and made from three different metals-silver, zinc and copper. This piece is decorated with intricate floral and geometric motifs. Bidriware is a metal handcrafted in Bidar. Due to its skillful inlay artwork, bidriware is a symbol of great wealth.
  • *Era: Antique
  • *Material: Copper/ Zinc
  • *Size: 6”(D) x 7"(H)
  • *Color: Silver
  • *Condition: Wear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be consider defects but rather part of its character & historical value. Shows wear and discoloration.

Found in Bidar

  • **Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio lighting.

    Specifications

    • Material: Zinc alloy with silver and copper inlay (Bidriware)
    • Dimensions: 6" D x 7" H
    • Origin: 19th century; Bidriware inlay tradition; mixed metal (zinc, silver, copper), Bidar, India
    • Era: Antique, 19th century
    • Condition: Wear consistent with age and use; blemishes and imperfections present, not defects.
    • Special Detail: Bidriware is a Mughal-era craft from Bidar famed for silver inlay into blackened zinc; a symbol of wealth.

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