Large Middle Eastern Brass Tray with odd design

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Posted by Darlings3

9 years ago

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Purchased this tray (with mosaic stand) in 1982 in a market in Al-Hofuf, Saudi Arabia. Was told it was from Syria. Liked it because it has a kind of 'folk-artishness' with female figure in the center. Very unusual in islamic art. Also looks very hand done. Different than the fancy ornate ones. Heavy, heavy solid tray, with pie crust edge. 26.5 inches diameter and 1.5 inches high. Cannot remember what I paid for it. It has been in storage for a while now and wondering if I should clean it or will that devalue it. Thank you for your comments/advice.

Category Metalware

Medium Brass

Distinguishing marks No stamp on the back. If there is one on the front, I don't recognize it.

Condition Good

Size and dimensions of this item 26.5 inches diameter 1.5 inches high

Date Period Guessing it is from the 40's or 50's. Purchased in 1981

Weight Very solid - no bending or warping

History Middle Eastern

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