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Indian brass Aftaba for water or tea with long handle. Typical of the Moghul period and was imported in Northern India from Persia. This large is a fine example of one that would have been made in the early 20th century. Silver plating and finely designed with flower decorations and peacocks and then coated with enamel. 51 x 29 x 16 cm (20x11.42x6.3 inches), 1.98 kg. PROVENANCE: Private collection, Italy