Likely Afghanistan or Iran, circa early 20th century, XRF testing up to 96.66 silver, of twelve lobed form inspired by early Khorasan ewers, with cylindrical neck and applied loop handle, abundantly decorated in figural medallions likely relating to Zodiac, within an engraved field of figural arabesques and geometric motifs, unsigned.

9 5/8 x 5 1/4 x 4 1/2 in.

14.45 troy oz.

Private Collection, California and North Carolina

Some denting to the body, otherwise good condition.