Ca. 17th-19th century AD. A bronze circular tray with chiseled sides. But it is the interior of the tray that truly captures the imagination - an embossed left-facing rhino, set against a tree with four branches, with mountain view in the background. The rhino's sturdy legs, muscular body, pair of horns, and tail hanging at the back are rendered with astonishing detail and skill. Animal depictions, in general, have played a significant role in Islamic art, often serving as symbols of power, wisdom, and spiritual significance. They are frequently featured in Islamic art as a means of expressing the beauty and diversity of the natural world, as well as the interconnectedness of all living things.Size: L:30mm / W:460mm ; 2.41kgProvenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly in a collection of A. Kotlar, since the 1970s.