Minakari Tray & four Turkish coffee cups & saucers decorative Vintage for Sale

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Minakari Tray & four Turkish coffee cups & saucers decorative Vintage For Sale

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Minakari Tray & four Turkish coffee cups & saucers decorative Vintage:
$280.00

A stunningdecorativeMinakari coffee set (9 pieces) consisting of tray, and four smallTurkish coffee cups and saucers.

This decorative set is not intended for serving food or drink but for display only.

Each cup lined with white enamel.Done inMinakari style enamel on metal.The tray features a medallion in the center, withan intricate miniature painting of the Siosepol bridge.All pieces have amazing detailed designs,in arepeating design motif of traditional hand-painted art intraditional colors. All colors are very vivid, with green dominating.Thistrue work of art is believedto bepurchased in the late1950s.

We try to be as accurate as possible in our descriptions,& we are very particular about disclosing any flaws or damage. Measurements: Tray dimensions: approx. 12\" x 8.5\" saucer dimensions: approx. 3.5” (see photos with ruler).

CONDITION:Greatcondition stored away from light in a dust free pet free environment.No nicks or chips ( inspect picturescarefully), slight corrosion on saucers\' rim (see photos) which is to be expected consideringits age and the factthat copper is a soft metal and corrodes. Items have not been cleaned/polished or otherwise altered with original patina.All of the colors are veryvivid.Any damage,inconsistency or marking will appear in the photos and arelisted. We include numerous photos (each item pictured separately) with alllistings, most photos can be enlarged for more careful viewing. You willreceive exactly what is pictured.

NOTE: Please keep in mind that this is a Vintage Piece and has its normal signsof wear.This is what gives it its character and confirms its age.

DISCLAIMER:Seller’s opinion regarding color, condition and materialmay differ from yours.Color may slightly vary due to PhotographicLighting. Remember you are buying a vintage item,meaning that despite being presented in remarkable condition it could have someminor wear or scratch marks. Set isa decorative item and not intended forserving consumables/edibles. Sellerassumes no responsibility for the proper or improper use of the product.

WE WILL NOT SHIP ON WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.Our offices are closed on weekends.Orders received on weekends or holidays will ship next business day.

The \"Siosepol\" orBridge of 33 arches featured on the tray is also called Allah-verdi Khan bridgeover the river Zayandeh in Esfahan after a famous Safavid general and is thesymbol of the city of Esfahan. This stone and brick bridge was reportedlybuilt in 1602.The shady arcades offera place to sit and relax and are still used to this day especially during the sunset hours inthe summer.

Minakari (Meenakari) or Enameling is a handmade process by painting intricate designs over the surfaceof metal by glazing colors and firing it in the furnace. Minakari is one of thedistinguished handicrafts in Isfahan. It is also called “miniature” - used in jewelry, tile and metal ornaments.The process begins with a metal sheet covered with thick whiteenamel baked in a kiln. The goal is to create a white canvas. When the piece is whiteand smooth, the artisan or Minakar paints with colors made with various chemical oxides toachieve different shades. After painting, the processis done finishedin a kiln. Once out the kiln, the Minakars usually cover it with a thin layer oftransparent enamel, so that the surface is smooth to touch and shiny to the eyewith another trip to the kiln.