Large bassin, Egypte ou Syrie, art mamelouk, XVE siècle

de forme arrondie, la paroi droite, l'embouchure légèrement bulbeuse, en laiton à décor gravé, orné d'un large registre inscrit en thuluth et en coufique ornemental, alternant avec des médaillons également inscrits de titulatures; petits accidents et enfoncements

In colour : the brass is more red than in the catalogue illustration There is a patina on the brass not visible in the catalogue illustration. Small dents overall the surface. Two splits repaired on the top rim. There is an area restored and two others repaired visibe inside.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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Inscription: al-amiri al-ashrafi al-ashrafi a/l-'âlimi al-'âmili al-'âdili al-mu/[jâhidi]/al-'âlimi al-mâliki al-'âmili al-'âlimi (For the Most Noble Commander the Most Noble, The learned, the Diligent, the Just, the Holy Warrior, the Learned, the Possessor, the Diligent, the Diligent).

Another basin with a similar shape was sold at Sotheby's London, Arts of the Islamic World, 6^th October 2010, lot 183.