Rare Antique Ottoman Tophane Pipe Bowl - Hand-Burnished Red Clay Lüle - 19th Century Turkish Tobacco Pipe - Gold Gilded Details -
$345.00
A Masterpiece of Ottoman Ceramic Art: The Tophane Lüle
This is an authentic, 19th-century "Tophane" pipe bowl, renowned for its distinct red clay and exceptional craftsmanship. Tophane lüles were the peak of smoking luxury in the Ottoman Empire, characterized by their fine texture and intricate stamped decorations.
The Stamp: Features the original artisan’s seal (mühür) on the side, confirming its authentic Tophane origin.
Artistry: Decorated with delicate hand-stamped floral and geometric patterns, with visible remains of original gold leaf gilding.
Material: Fine-grained, hand-burnished red clay with a characteristic polished sheen.
Condition: Remarkable condition for its age. A true survivor and a high-end piece for any serious Islamic art or tobacco history collector.
Dimensions:
Height : Approx. 4.5 cm / 1.77 inches
Length : Approx. 6.5 cm / 2.56 inches
Bowl Diameter : Approx. 3 cm / 1.18 inches
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