1780's-1850's Buddhist ZARADEST Iraq-Afghan Copper Pot

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1780-1850 Buddhist ZARADEST Iraq-Afghan Copper PotLook at this ! Don't miss it! Here is a beautiful lidded urn/ pot. It is all hand-hammered and meticulously chased from thick copper sheet Stunning decorations indeed, all hand done The illustrations on the pot retell symbolic scenes from the life of Zara, a deity worshiped locally along today's Iraq-Afghanistan border, or Zaradest (roughly translated as: Land of Zara). These people worship Zara along with Buddha, and many classify their religion as a Buddhist sect As is well known, Buddhism has been a major religion in Afghanistan, along with Islam, for centuries It was probably used for ritual purposes Ornate handles and feet Made between 1780's-1850's Measurements: Approx. 12.5" high with lid, 11" diameter (across) Condition: Very Good overall, besides the missing top finial, it has no issues at all. Stunning dark copper patina, developed over time Please take a look at the other items we have on sale now. ! Please, visit our eBay Store ! We will add new listings at least once weekly, so be sure to drop in! You never know what you might find! If you do not agree with any price, let us know your suggestion. We guarantee not to pass up any reasonable offer! Also, if you are not sure about an item, feel free to ask us as many questions, as you want! Buyer is responsible for the read more

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