Indo-Persian Inlaid Bronze Candlestick

Story

The deep, dark patina of this piece serves as a dramatic stage for the 'Teh-nishaan' style of metalwork, where precious metals are hammered into hand-chiseled grooves.

Maker / Origin

While the individual artisan remains anonymous, they belonged to a specialized class of metalworkers known as 'Bidri' or 'Kaftgars.'

Condition & Value

The piece shows significant oxidation and verdigris (green corrosion) consistent with age and exposure to moisture. There is visible wear to the dark surface finish and some minor losses to the fine inlay work. This 'honest wear' confirms its age and should not be aggressively cleaned, as the patina is part of its history.