Small Historic Hand Formed Omani Bedouin Copper Cooking Pot, Ca Early 1900's, #1514

Small Historic Hand Formed Omani Bedouin Copper Cooking Pot, Ca Early 1900's, #1514 Description: #1514 Small Historic Hand Formed Omani Bedouin Copper Cooking Pot, Ca Early 1900's, Collected in Muscat some 45 years ago while on business to the area from an Omani Bedouin first hand. The piece is in excellent condition given its age. These were approximately 70-80 years old when I purchased them so they have seen a good bit of history. This piece has a heavy patina on it from the years witnessed over time. An incredible piece of history. If it could speak, it would fill volumes.Dimensions: 2" x 4.5"Condition: Excellent for age, great patina from years of use. Bedouin of Oman & the Culture of OmanThe Omani culture has its roots firmly in the Islamic religion. Oman developed its own particular form of Islam, called Ibadhism, after its founder, Abdullah ibn Ibadh who lived during the 7th century AD. Not all Omanis are Ibadhis however; there are also Sunni and Shi'a Muslims. Omanis are n