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This is a handcrafted brass fish-shaped container, likely made using the Dhokra (or Dokra) metal casting technique, a traditional method …
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This is a handcrafted brass fish-shaped container, likely made using the Dhokra (or Dokra) metal casting technique, a traditional method practiced in parts of India, especially in West Bengal, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh. Dhokra art is known for its distinctive folk style and use of the lost-wax casting process, creating intricate patterns and textures as seen on this piece.
Description:
• Material: Cast brass/bronze
• Style: Tribal / Folk Art
• Technique: Dhokra (lost-wax casting)
• Design: Hollow fish with ornate perforated detailing and a hinged bottom or belly (suggests it may have been used as a container or decorative box)
• Size: 6.25” L × 2” W × 3.5” H
• Origin: Likely Indian tribal region
• Condition: Good vintage condition with visible patina and some oxidation ion fasteners, consistent with age.
Potential Uses:
• Decorative tribal art object
• Small trinket or incense box
• Collectible folk art piece
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- Dimensions
- 6.25ʺW × 2ʺD × 3.5ʺH
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- India
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brass
- Condition Notes
- Good condition with visible patina and some oxidation ion fasteners, consistent with age. Good condition with visible patina and some oxidation ion fasteners, consistent with age. less
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