Basin c. 1322 - 1350
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This 14th-century brass basin is a beautiful example of Islamic metalwork. The basin, crafted by an anonymous artist, is decorated with intricate geometric patterns and inscriptions. The inscription, likely in Kufic script, may include verses from the Quran or prayers. This basin would have been used for ceremonial washing or ablutions, highlighting the importance of hygiene and ritual purity in Islamic culture. The intricate details and the inscription showcase the skill of the artisan and the significance of the object in its time.
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Art objects from the Islamic Mamluk dynasty found their way to the Christian West early on. This basin was made in Syria or Egypt for the Sicilian court. It bears the arms of Elizabeth of Carinthia, Queen of Sicily, alongside Arabic and Christian ornament. Such exotic vessels were used as baptismal fonts or for ritual hand washing.
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