Jug, parcel-gilt silver, embossed, engraved, and punched, with a cast handle
The form and dragon handle of this jug make it resemble Timurid models from the 15th century. The decoration’s spiral stems resemble the ones found on tughras on Ottoman firmans and on the group of Iznik pottery called Golden Horn, or tughrakes type.
Written sources describe how jugs made of precious metal were chained to the many drinking fountains in the palaces. A jug like this one may have served such a purpose. Not many objects of gold and silver from the 16th century have been preserved; innumerable wars often required sacrifices in art as well.
Written sources describe how jugs made of precious metal were chained to the many drinking fountains in the palaces. A jug like this one may have served such a purpose. Not many objects of gold and silver from the 16th century have been preserved; innumerable wars often required sacrifices in art as well.