20th C Indian Silver Mughal India Rosewater Perfume Sprinkler Spray Antique India Antique Vintage

This fine silver Rosewater sprinkler is made of solid chased and pierced silver.

It sits on a pierced, domed, oval foot that is decorated with leaf motifs. The body is of flattened, round-shaped form which narrows as it rises. The body is chased on both sides in relief with a floral motif. The underside of the body is plain.

From the body rises a long, narrowing neck decorated with leafy spirals. The head of the sprinkler through which the scented water is emitted is presented as a bunch of flowers.

Such sprinklers were used in India at important ceremonies such as weddings. They were also used to scent rooms, and were offered to guests as they arrived at an important home so that they might freshen up after a journey.

Overall, this sprinkler is decorative and sculptural. The silverwork is fine and the sprinkler stands solidly without rocking.

The top part can be unscrewed to open and fill the base with Rosewater or perfume.

Approximately: 11 x 3.5 x 2.25 inch