Description: This bronze Seljuk bottle is circa 10th century A.D. and comes from a NYC collection where it was acquired in the 1960s. It is cast bronze with heavy design throughout the body. The piece is a little under 7.5" tall. During its useful life, this piece might have been used as a dispenser for rose water or other aromatics given the vessel's shape. The Seljuk empire was a medieval Turkish empire found in Anatolia (sometimes called Asia Minor). They ruled parts of the Middle East and Central Asia during the 11th to 14th centuries. Comparable piece have sold at auction in for $600-$1530. Please note that we do not import or export ancient items. Additionally, our items typically come from people and businesses that we know and trust. We tend to avoid buying from unknown sources or individuals because we cannot guarantee that they have obtained their inventory through legitimate and ethical means. Our listings are researched prior to posting and our descriptions are informed by our own knowledge and experience as well as by the vendors from which we obtain our inventory. Thus, our titles and descriptions are our opinions as to the nature and history of the object for sale. These expressed opinions should not be treated as a statement of fact. Buyers should seek further information where inclined. We welcome discussions about concerns or questions PRIOR to purchase. Please follow our store to track new inventory as its added.
Price: 376 USD
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
End Time: 2024-10-03T00:24:15.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Primary Material: Bronze
Brand: Seljuk
Country/Region of Origin: Persia
Color: Multi-Color
Style: islamic
Original/Reproduction: Original
Material: Bronze
Features: jug
Age: Pre-1800
