Description: ANY QUESTIONS? PLEASE CONTACT US BEFORE BIDDING. Very rare example of antique Central Asian works of decorative arts. Gem-set silver color metal teapot. Turkestan, Central Asia - Bukhara, Kokand or Khiva, circa 19th century. The Emirate of Bukhara was a Central Asian state that existed from 1785 to 1920 in what is now modern-day Uzbekistan. It occupied the land between the Amu Darya and Syr Darya rivers. Its core territory was the land along the lower Zarafshan river, and its urban centers were the ancient cities of Samarkand and the emirate's capital Bukhara. The Khanate of Kokand was established in 1709 when the Shaybanid Emir Shahrukh, of the Ming Tribe of Uzbeks, declared independence from the Khanate of Bukhara, establishing a state in the eastern part of the Fergana Valley. The Khanate of Khiva was a Central Asian polity that existed in the historical region of Khwarezm in Central Asia from 1511 to 1920, except for a period of Afsharid occupation by Nadir Shah between 1740 and 1746. Centred in the irrigated plains of the lower Amu Darya, south of the Aral Sea, with the capital in the city of Khiva, the country was ruled by a Turco-Mongol tribe, the Knongirads, who came from Astrakhan. It covered present western Uzbekistan, southwestern Kazakhstan and much of Turkmenistan before Russians arrival at the second half of the 19th centuryFantastic hand engraved decoration including Arabic Quranic Islamic calligraphy around middle of teapot and around the base.Set with real natural Lapis Lazuli blue stones. Cast handle. We are not sure about type of metal or metal content - probably low grade silver. Apparently unmarked, no hallmarks or maker's marks. SIZE:About 14 1/2 in. (36.9 cm) high included finial. WEIGHT:About 3.2 pounds (1455 grams). CONDITION:Very good original antique condition with light handling marks and normal charming indication of age. Expected light dents and scratches.Few very minor tight cracks to some Lapis Lazuli stones - hardly noticeable and don't downgrade overall appearance.No previous restoration. VERY DIFFICULT TO PHOTOGRAPH ITEM - ALL DARK SPOTS THAT APPEAR IN THE PICTURES IS JUST A REFLECTION AND TARNISHING, MAY NEED SOME MORE LIGHT HAND CLEANING AND POLISHING. FINE QUALITY SUPER RARE EXAMPLE - PICTURES DON'T DO JUSTICE! All items are guaranteed as described, funds must clear before shipping. Payment must be made within 3 days. SHIPPING: We ship all items from UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Shipping worldwide via USPS International Express Mail (with on line tracking service). Shipping in USA via UPS or USPS (with online tracking service). Please Note: Seller accepts no responsibility for shipping errors related to incorrect shipping addresses, custom delays, custom charges… Customers are responsible for any destination charges (customs duty or inspection fees). PAYMENT POLICY: Payment should be made within 3 working days from purchase. RETURN POLICY: Your satisfaction is very important to us. Refund given ONLY if item is not as represented and shipped back within 3 business days from receiving the item. Items must be in their original condition with similar of our packing. We will not reimburse the return shipping. All returned items must be sent by Registered Mail. Although every effort is made to ensure accurate dimensions and weights, the figures shown should always be treated as approximate. The pictures should be considered as part of the item description. We do not take responsibility for any personal or third party losses. If you have any questions please feel free to email us.
Price: 1275 USD
Location: PA
End Time: 2024-09-04T21:58:22.000Z
Shipping Cost: 40 USD
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