Perfume Sprinkler

Unknown

18th century · Glass, colorless; mold blown, enameled and gilded · Islamic Art

Perfume sprinklers such as these were filled with rosewater and sprinkled to scent a space during festive occasions. The lotus and other flowers in colorful enamel decoration reference the sweet smells found inside this elaborate bottle.

Artist

Unknown

Date

18th century

Medium

Glass, colorless; mold blown, enameled and gilded

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Fletcher Fund, 1975