{"product_id":"vintage-middle-eastern-engraved-copper-charger-musician-gazelles-13","title":"Vintage Middle Eastern Engraved Copper Charger - Musician Gazelles 13\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003eCultural \u0026amp; Historical Background\u003cbr\u003eHand-chased and hand-hammered metal chargers (Ghalamzani) represent one of the most sophisticated artistic traditions of Middle Eastern coppersmithing. Master artisans execute these elaborate pieces by shaping heavy copper plate, applying silver-toned tin and warm brass overlays, and painstakingly incising high-relief scenes using micro-chisels and pouncing tools.\u003cbr\u003eAt approximately 13 inches in diameter, this large wall charger stands out as a masterpiece of multi-tone metal craft, depicting a classical Middle Eastern pastoral poetry motif:\u003cbr\u003eMusician \u0026amp; Pastoral Garden Medallion: The central relief scene portrays a young musician in traditional attire and pointed cap playing a wind instrument (ney \/ flute) beneath a leafy tree of life. Surrounding the musician are wild gazelles and deer (Ahoo) mesmerized by the melody, with a domed palace pavilion visible in the background—a motif deeply rooted in classical Middle Eastern folklore, poetry, and royal garden themes.\u003cbr\u003eMulti-Tone Metallic Relief: Exceptional visual depth is achieved through contrasting copper, brass, and tinned silver highlights against a dark stippled background.\u003cbr\u003eIntricate Rosette Rim: The broad outer rim features an elaborate, continuous band of raised copper and brass floral rosettes interspersed with trailing vine scrollwork on a pounced ground.\u003cbr\u003eEquipped with an attached metal hanging ring on the reverse, this monumental charger is an extraordinary display piece for gallery walls, mantle displays, or art collections.\u003cbr\u003eItem Specifications\u003cbr\u003eCulture \/ Origin: Middle Eastern Decorative Art\u003cbr\u003eObject Type: Hand-Chased Multi-Tone Wall Charger \/ Display Plate\u003cbr\u003eMotif: Musician Playing Flute to Gazelles, Pavilion \u0026amp; Garden Scene\u003cbr\u003ePrimary Materials: Hand-Hammered Copper, Tinned Wash, Brass\/Copper Highlights\u003cbr\u003eTechnique: Hand-Chased \u0026amp; Engraved High Relief (Ghalamzani)\u003cbr\u003eEstimated Era: Mid-to-Late 20th Century\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: Approx. 13.0 Inches Diameter\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Belle Afrik Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60049627611422,"sku":"BA-0911","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/5176\/7326\/files\/il_fullxfull.8273460146_mo8g.jpg?v=1790372095","url":"https:\/\/belleafrikarts.com\/products\/vintage-middle-eastern-engraved-copper-charger-musician-gazelles-13","provider":"Belle Afrik Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}