Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art

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Lot 177
  • 177

A rare bronze tripod censer for the Islamic market 17th century, Xuande four charcter mark

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • diam. 11cm
of compressed globular shape on three conical feet, and two handles, the body with two cartouches with Islamic script, "Muhammed Rasulu Allah" (Mohammed is the Messenger of Allah)

Catalogue Note

Al-shahada  is more than a statement or a declaration of the oneness of Allah. Al-Shahada is a reminder of the teachings of all revelations; namely that the origin of everything and of all the creatures is one. The second part of Al-Shahada introduces to humankind the path to the truth that will always enlighten humankind's way