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MARRIAGE PROPOSAL - ANTIQUE SILVER & COPPER ART PIECE - $250 (Perry Township)
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Antique Persian Engraved Copper Plate – “Khastegāri” Courtship Scene. A finely hand-engraved Persian copper plate depicting a traditional Iranian marriage proposal (khastegāri) scene. The intricate craftsmanship shows a kneeling suitor or representative offering a gift or dowry to the bride’s family, surrounded by attendants and musicians. This composition beautifully captures the formality and grace of Persian courtship traditions, symbolizing love, respect, and family honor.
The figures are rendered in low-relief engraving (qalamzani), a hallmark of Iranian metal art. Fine dotted detailing and patterned garments emphasize the artisan’s skill. The storytelling and attire suggest inspiration from Safavid or Qajar-era visual traditions, though the plate itself may date to the late 19th or early 20th century.
Origin: Iran (Persia) - Material: Solid copper - Technique: Hand-engraved (Qalamzani)
Motif: Courtship / Dowry offering (Khastegāri) scene - Era: Estimated late 19th – early 20th century
Artistic & Cultural Notes:
This piece exemplifies the Persian narrative metalwork tradition, where artisans illustrated scenes of daily life, romance, and royal ceremony. The symbolic act of offering a gift or dowry reflects a central theme in Iranian marriage customs — the blending of beauty, respect, and social harmony.
Ideal for:
Collectors of Persian metalwork, Middle Eastern art, or antique decorative plates. Suitable for wall display or as part of an ethnographic or fine arts collection.