Persian Hand-Painted Enamel on Copper (Meenakari) Vase

This item is a decorative vase constructed from hammered copper, featuring heavy hand-painted enamel ornamentation known as Meenakari, likely originating from Iran or India. The vase features a flared, trumpet-style rim that reveals the raw, polished copper interior, leading down to a constricted neck and a bulbous, globular body. The exterior is coated in a deep black base lacquer, which serves as a canvas for vibrant floral motifs in shades of pink, blue, orange, red, and green. Intricate gold-toned scrolling and line work accents the floral patterns, providing a sense of depth and luxury. The construction shows evidence of traditional metalworking, with a rolled rim and a multi-part assembly joined at the shoulder. Regarding condition, the piece shows light surface patina on the exposed copper rim and minor scuffing consistent with age and shelf wear along the base. The enamel appears largely intact with a high-gloss finish, though some fine crazing may be present upon closer inspection. This style is characteristic of late 20th-century artisan production, showcasing a folk-art aesthetic combined with traditional metalware techniques. Such pieces are valued for their labor-intensive hand-painted details and the contrast between the warm copper and the saturated enamel colors.