Two Small Indian Bronze Vessels Lota, c. 1900.

Indian Subcontinent: India: Metalwork Pre 1900: item #1076134
SK 341

Two small antique spherical water vessels for ceremony. Made of different alloy with engraved decoration. Condition: traces of usage, one vessel slightly dented. Dimension: 7.5 cm and 7.6 cm high, weight: 480 g.

Small Indian Bronze Cosmetic Box

Indian Subcontinent: India: Metalwork Pre 1900: item #1068807
57

Small antique Indian container in the shape of a goddess head probably used for storing cosmetics circa 19th century. Measures 2½ by 3 inches, heavy for its size.

A Bronze Indian Offering Bowl with Makara Decoration

Indian Subcontinent: India: Metalwork Pre 1920: item #1053800

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A 19th Century Brass Surahi with Kashmiri Undertray

Indian Subcontinent: India: Metalwork Pre 1900: item #1034781

From our Indian Subcontinent Collection, a fine 19th century brass surahi (water flask) paired with a large Kashmiri flashed-silver over lacquered-brass undertray, also 19th century. These two pieces were not originally part of a formal set, but we find that they make for an attractive and logical pairing. The surahi is of traditional form with large bulbous body, splayed foot, and long tapering neck. There are six individual cartouches of animated people and animals crafted into the lower bod... Click for details

Large and Elegant Hand-Etched Brass Floor Lamp, India

Indian Subcontinent: India: Metalwork Pre 1980: item #1032788

From our Indian Subcontinent Collection, a large and elegant hand-etched brass floor lamp from Southern India. The etched designs on this piece are really quite intricate, and it is clear that a tremendous amount of time and handiwork went into the layout and artistry of this piece.

Size and Condition: 71 inches tall (just shy of 6 feet), lampshade is 18 inches in diameter at widest point. The lamp has been fi... Click for details

A Large Enameled Silver Box From Rajasthan India

Indian Subcontinent: India: Metalwork Pre 2000: item #1031665

From our Indian Subcontinent Collection, a large enameled silver box from Jaipur, Rajasthan (India), featuring a very attractively painted elephant in regal attire executed in royal blue against an irridescent turquoise background, with floral motifs in green, blue, and champagne color around the borders and on the sides, all executed upon high grade silver. This particular box is a larger example of another similar piece we offer, item # 937150. ... Click for details

Sterling Silver Ganesh Indian Rajput Necklace

Indian Subcontinent: India: Metalwork Pre 1920: item #1020717
61-29

Seven images of Ganesh, the happy rotund god revered by Hindus, Buddhists and Janists, are embossed on the seven sterling silver plates that form this early 20th century necklace. The necklace originated in the north Indian state of Rajasthan, and has a silver content of 92.5 percent and a weight of 85 grams. Fashioned in a clever manner that gives the necklace the necessary flexibility to fit comfortably below the neck, the five-sided silver plates are strung top and bottom with hidden leather... Click for details

Kushan bronze cup

Indian Subcontinent: India: Metalwork Pre AD 1000: item #1005163
2159

Fine small well cast tazza from Taxila; I bought this with a group of coins dated Kushan 1st CE, since this came from the site my dating and attribution will be the same. Excellent condition, some brown discoloration in the center as I used this to burn incense in (at least it smells nice). H: 4.3cm1.8in and D: 5.4cm/2.1in

Ladies Bronze Huqqa, North India, 18th ~ 19thC.

Indian Subcontinent: India: Metalwork Pre 1900: item #972865
4119

A NORTH INDIAN BRONZE HUQQA IN THE FORM OF A MANGO, 18TH ~ 19TH CENTURY.

It is believed that these small water pipes were made to be used by ladies and of course the diminutive size meant that they were easily portable. The mango shape fits nicely in the hand. The bronze is darker in tone than my photographs suggest.

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Antique Bidri Spittoon, Deccan, early 19th C.

Indian Subcontinent: India: Metalwork Pre 1900: item #964069
4000

Double bell shaped spittoon with a small opening between the two chambers. Made from a zinc alloy, the body decorated with Hyderabad poppies inlaid in silver. Indispensable accessory to the custom of chewing betel nut. Condition: inlay losses. Dimension: 15.9 cm high, weight: 676 g.