This image displays a stunning pair of vintage Middle Eastern rosewater sprinklers(traditionally known as a merash or gulab pash).
Design & Structural Features
Material: Crafted with a diamond-cut, textured glass lower body and paired with elongated silver-plated necks.
Ornamentation: Features distinct gold-toned vertical fluting (melon ribbing) along the upper slope of the bulbous glass base.
Finials: Crowned with ornate, starburst-shaped sprinkler caps used to dispense scented waters during traditional welcoming ceremonies.
Cultural Significance
In Arab, Turkish, Persian, and South Asian traditions, these vessels are a symbol of refined hospitality and prestige. They are used to mist guests with fragrant rosewater or orange blossom water upon arrival or during festive events like weddings and Eid gatherings.