A MIXED-METAL LOTA VESSEL, 1900s
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A MIXED-METAL LOTA VESSEL, 1900s
Nepal, late 19th to early 20th century. The round-bellied brass vessel with silver and copper applications, depicting several reserves with deities and naga, the neck decorated with dense ornamental borders, the lip beaded.
Provenance: German private collection.
Condition: Good condition, minor traces of wear, the base slightly warped.
Weight: 759 g
Dimensions: Height 13.7 cm
A lota is a type of spouted, globular, small-sized vessel made of brass, copper or other materials, which can be found in India, Nepal and other neighboring countries. The lota is commonly used to store or transfer small amounts of liquids like milk or water but can also be used in religious activities like Hindu poojas or for purposes of ablution.
Nepal, late 19th to early 20th century. The round-bellied brass vessel with silver and copper applications, depicting several reserves with deities and naga, the neck decorated with dense ornamental borders, the lip beaded.
Provenance: German private collection.
Condition: Good condition, minor traces of wear, the base slightly warped.
Weight: 759 g
Dimensions: Height 13.7 cm
A lota is a type of spouted, globular, small-sized vessel made of brass, copper or other materials, which can be found in India, Nepal and other neighboring countries. The lota is commonly used to store or transfer small amounts of liquids like milk or water but can also be used in religious activities like Hindu poojas or for purposes of ablution.
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A MIXED-METAL LOTA VESSEL, 1900s
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