A vessel of extraordinary lightness — this octagonal moon flask carries centuries of ceramic tradition in a body thin enough to hold to the light, painted in the deep cobalt and turquoise glazes of the Indo-Persian pottery tradition.
Object type: Footed moon flask with looped handle and octagonal body
Material(s): Fritware/stonepaste pottery, hand-painted underglaze
Style / Movement: Islamic pottery, Indo-Persian tradition
Era: circa 19th century
Origin: Sindh/Multan region (Pakistan/Northwest India)
Maker/Designer: Unknown
Key features: One face decorated with a horned animal amid flowering foliage, reverse with a floral medallion, stepped octagonal foot with lappet border, exceptionally lightweight construction
Use case: Ideal for collectors of Islamic decorative art, or for film and TV prop buyers seeking authentic period Middle Eastern or South Asian set dressing
Dimensions: H 23cm × W 15cm (H 9.1" × W 5.9")
Condition: In good antique condition, consistent with age and use. Light chips to the rim and base, visible in photos — typical of hand-thrown pottery of this type and period. No cracks or restoration. Photographs form part of this description — please review all images carefully.
Curator's note: Selected for its remarkable lightness and the confident, folkloric hand of its decoration — a piece that speaks to a rich regional ceramic tradition without needing to borrow authority from elsewhere.
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What is the condition of this piece? This piece is in good antique condition, consistent with age and use. Light chips to the rim and base, visible in photos. No cracks, no repairs, no restoration. Photographs form part of this description — please review all images carefully.
What are the exact dimensions? H 23cm x W 15cm (H 9.1" x W 5.9").
Where does this piece come from? This piece originates from the Sindh/Multan region, circa 19th century. Maker unknown.
Do you ship internationally? Yes — Fontaine London ships worldwide. Prices shown include duties and taxes for your country (DDP — Delivered Duty Paid), so there are no surprise charges on delivery. Shipping cost is calculated at checkout.
Is this piece suitable for film or TV prop use? Yes — this piece is period-accurate for 19th century Middle Eastern/South Asian interiors and is available for prop hire enquiries. Please contact us directly to discuss.
What is your returns policy? We offer a 14-day return policy for items that do not match their description. As all pieces are one-of-a-kind vintage items, we ask buyers to review all photographs and the condition report carefully before purchasing. Photographs form part of the item description.
