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This vintage solid brass urn is a decorative piece of Chinoiserie, featuring a bulbous body with a flared rim and …
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This vintage solid brass urn is a decorative piece of Chinoiserie, featuring a bulbous body with a flared rim and pedestal base, sculptural elephant head handles, and intricate hand-engraved or etched floral motifs (such as peonies) are prominently displayed around the center band and neck.
Origin: Often marked or attributed to China, Korea, or India. Some historical versions are inspired by 13th–15th century ceramics or ancient Buddhist ritual bronzes.
The elephant is a central motif in this design, representing several virtues across Asian cultures: Wisdom & Prosperity / Protection & Strength / Sacred Association
In Buddhism, the elephant is considered a sacred animal, making such vases appropriate for use in monasteries or as flower vases for religious practitioners.
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- Dimensions
- 8ʺW × 8ʺD × 15ʺH
- Styles
- Chinoiserie
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- Korea, Republic of
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gold
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