Description: Hand Engraved Bronze Watermelon Spoon - 16th Century Style Designs from Bukhara, UzbekistanWatermelon spoon is a spoon from 16th century which were common to use. People like to eat watermelon in half. After cutting it in two and eating its insides, they scrape its bottom and drink its water. This spoon is juice maker spoon. It is used to make juice from watermelon. It is very useful for health because it is made of bronze and that's why each family in Bukhara has such spoon.These high quality watermelon spoon have uses for eating watermelon ,somewhere they can be appreciated as a unique piece of art.Although these are new pieces, they are made using the ancient technique of Uzbek metal chasing, and are similar in style to metal carvings from the 16th century. FEATURES- 100% handmade in Bukhara, Uzbekistan- Made of bronze- Approx 6 inches (15 cm) long- Hand engraved details WHAT IS METAL CHASING?Metal chasing is the ancient practice of embossing and carving metal to create intricate patterns to make highly decorative items. It has a huge cultural significance in Uzbekistan, and has been practiced here since the 4th millennium BC. Originally used to decorate knives and jewelry, the artform of metal chasing expanded significantly in the 15th and 16th centuries, and was used to create plates, jugs, coffee pots, tea sets and a host of other items, all engraved with exquisite detail. ABOUT THE ARTISTThank you for looking at my work. I am Anvar Kurbanov, a master metal carver from Bukhara, Uzbekistan. I carve brass, nickel, silver, bronze and copper into decorative plates, jewelry, coffee pots and other beautiful items, and then color them with enamel. In Uzbekistan, we call the art form ‘kandakor’.I fell in love with metal carving, or metal chasing as it is also known, as a child. From age 11 I began to hone my craft, and eventually I was able to have my own workshop where I create my own unique designs by hand, following in the footsteps of the kandakor masters of the 15th and 16th centuries. I am deeply inspired by the designs from this classic period, and although I create my plates, tea sets and jewelry using the same techniques that have been practiced for centuries, all my designs are original.To see me at work, please visit the ‘About Us’ section in my shop to view a video of the metal chasing process. My work is a true calling for me, and I like to think of the art I produce as “a song in metal.” I hope you will agree.I love to create bespoke designs for customers, so if you have something special in mind, please don’t hesitate to contact me. PAYMENTIMMEDIATE PAYMENT REQUIRED. We accept all major payment methods such as PayPal, Google Pay, VISA, Mastercard, AmEx and Discovery. SHIPPINGAll items are shipped from Uzbekistan VIA EXPEDITED INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. All shipments via DHL DELIVERY TIME:•United States: 6-8 business days•Europe: 5-7 business daysTransit times vary depending on postal operational condition and weather conditions. Note that we do not ship on the weekend or during holidays. CUSTOMS AND IMPORT TAXBuyers in the United States: No import taxes or duties applyInternational Buyers: Please note that custom duties and import taxes may apply. Customs fees are expected to be paid by the recipient if not agreed otherwise. Please get in touch with us for a quote on a DDP delivery (delivered duties paid). RETURNS30 DAY RETURNS PAID BY BUYER. All shipping charges to be paid by buyer. We do not refund shipping charges. Subject to the following conditions, we will issue refunds on products returned in their original packaging and undamaged if received within 30 days from the date of purchase.Please return the product in its original, unused condition (including all original packaging and tags) within 30 days for a full refund.To make a return, you must obtain a return authorization number (RA#) by contacting us via eBay Messages. You will be notified by email to your registered email address on eBay and to eBay Messages within 48 hours with your RA#.Upon receiving your return, the item will be reviewed by our Quality Assurance department. Please note that items showing signs of wear or those that have been engraved, altered, resized, or damaged in any way cannot be accepted for return. Returns with no Return Authorization Number, and packages that are improperly packaged or uninsured will be refused receipt.You should expect to receive your refund within 6 business days upon verified and tracked receipt of your return package; however, in most cases you will receive a refund more quickly.OTHERWe pride ourselves on 100% customer satisfaction. If you have any questions, please message us first before purchasing. If you have any problems with your purchase, please contact us so we can resolve prior to leaving feedback! Thank You
Price: 130 USD
Location: Bukhara
End Time: 2024-12-23T12:14:11.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Artist: Anvar Kurbanov
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Signed By: Anvar Kurbanov
Size: 15 Cm
Signed: Yes
Material: Brass, Bronze
Region of Origin: Uzbekistan
Type: Bronze Casting
Year of Production: 2022
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Style: Old Pattern Of Bukhara
Features: Miniature
Production Technique: Bronze Casting
Country/Region of Manufacture: Uzbekistan
Handmade: Yes