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Shield, hammered designs, silver plated.

 

Most Westerners interested in Central Asia have quite a bit of exposure to the jewelry of the region.  The same beauty of design is also found in functional and ornamental metal work, such as cups, tea pots, vessels, containers, tools, farming implements, and, with its history of invasions and defense, the objects of war.  Some are reproductions, but most are still made for functional use.

Afghan Tribal Arts focuses on metal work that has vintage or antique value.  However, contemporary pieces are also included in this diverse inventory.

Copper and brass containers and stamped pitcher.

 

     

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Silver plated samovar

 

Brass food containers

 

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Late 19th Century Brass Samovar

 

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These cups are an example of contemporary metal craft that Afghan Tribal Arts supports. They are made of bleached and yellow brass, hand stamped.  Traditionally used as water glasses, they also make nice small vases or decorative pieces.

 

 

     

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Antique silver-plated copper teapot.

Stamped designs.

 

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Water pitcher for washing hands before a meal.

Silver-plated, stamped designs.

     

 

 

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Antique gun powder container.

Silver-plated stamped copper.

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Brass stirrups.

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Antique shield.  Silver-plated stamped copper.

 

 

 

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