Antique Indian Brass Lidded Jar – Benares Style, c.1900–1930

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Description

Antique **Indian brass lidded jar**, believed to date from around **1900–1930**, with hand-engraved decoration in the Benares style.

The surface is decorated with a repeated **geometric floral design**, combining engraved brass with contrasting darkened or black areas that emphasise the pattern.

With its substantial 840g weight and richly decorated surface, this is an attractive example of early 20th-century Indian decorative metalware.

*Details:**
Type: Lidded pot / jar
Origin: India
Date: c.1900–1930
Material: Brass
Style: Benares style
Decoration: Hand-engraved geometric floral design
Detail: Areas of darkened / black decoration
Height: approx. 14cm
Width: approx. 13cm
Weight: approx. 840g

A decorative piece of Indian brassware with detailed hand-worked ornamentation and a strong traditional aesthetic.

The jar will be carefully packed for transport.

Product Details
Age / Period
c.1900–1930
Material
Brass
Origin
India
Style
Benares Style
Type
Lidded Pot / Jar
Primary Material
Brass
Original/Repro
Antique Original
Product
Lidded Pot Jar
Region of Origin
Indian
Sub-Type
Ginger Jar
Antique
Yes
Materials sourced from
India
Decoration
Hand-Engraved Geometric Floral Design
Height
14cm approx.
Weight
840g approx.
Width
13cm approx.

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