Bidspirit auction | A SILVER-INLAID BRONZE VASE, 19TH

A SILVER-INLAID BRONZE VASE, 19TH CENTURY - Of baluster form with a globular body rising to a waisted neck and broad flaring rim, the bronze surface extensively decorated with silver inlay. The body and neck are divided into a dense geometric network of octagonal, lozenge, and rectangular reserves filled with interlaced strapwork, floral motifs, and stylized arabesques. Several larger cartouches contain pseudo-inscriptions and ornamental calligraphic devices, all framed by finely inlaid geometric borders. Height 21 cm. 981 gr.