Bidspirit auction | A Chinese Porcelain Gahwa Cup

A Chinese Porcelain Gahwa Cup with Arabic Calligraphy, Made for the Ottoman Market. - This handleless cup is crafted from white porcelain, exhibiting an Ottoman style. Its exterior is adorned with Arabic calligraphy rendered in a dark pigment, likely brown or black, with subtle reddish accents. The visible text translates to ”بسم الله الرحمن” (Bismillah Ar-Rahman), signifying ”In the name of God, the Most Gracious, ” which is the opening phrase of the Basmala. A thin, dark band encircles the rim and the lower portion of the body. H: Approximately 4.8cm D: Approximately 6.7cm Provenance: Private collection based in West London.