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Vintage Moroccan Blue & White Ceramic Powder Flask – Ornate Metal Filigree & Chained Stopper
Beautiful vintage Moroccan / North African-style decorative powder flask featuring striking cobalt blue-and-white ceramic sections enclosed within an elaborate silver-tone metal framework.
The circular body displays repeating geometric and stylized floral motifs, with twisted wire filigree radiating from a raised decorative centerpiece.
The cylindrical metal spout, elaborate metalwork, decorative reverse, and chained removable stopper create a distinctive traditional North African Moroccan / North African-style design
Circular body with blue-and-white ceramic decorative sections
Intricate silver-tone twisted wire filigree and metal framework
Raised central cage-like ornament
Long cylindrical metal spout
Decorative removable stopper with attached chain
Suspension chain connecting both sides of the body
Metal reverse decorated with six raised triangular motifs
Attractive aged patina overall vintage condition, displaying typical age-related surface wear, tarnishing, scratches, and oxidation.
The decorative ceramic sections appear well preserved in the photographs. Some greenish oxidation is visible near the spout. Two small areas of the metalwork were rubbed for material testing.
The stopper and chain are present. The exact age and composition of the metalwork have not been established. No claim of sterling or solid silver is made.
Please note that the flask has not been functionally tested and is sold strictly as a decorative historical-style collectible.
Dimensions (Approximate):
Overall length: 24 cm / 9.5 in
Circular body diameter: 13 cm / 5.1 in
Body thickness: 9 cm / 3.5 in
All measurements are approximate.
A distinctive decorative piece for collectors of Moroccan ceramics, North African metalwork, traditional powder flasks, and Islamic decorative arts.
Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.
The item pictured is the exact item you will receive.
Carefully packaged for safe shipping.
