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Large vintage brass lidded decorative vessel measuring approximately 17.5” tall. Features an elongated architectural finial, domed removable lid, geometric incised bands, and extensive hand-worked decoration depicting fish and dragon-like aquatic creatures around the rounded body.
The brass retains an attractive aged surface with variations in tone, oxidation, tarnish, scratches, darkening and other wear consistent with age.
Interior and underside show substantial dark oxidation/patina.
The handcrafted-looking engraving and unusually tall silhouette give the piece strong presence as an Asian-inspired statement object, mantel accent or collection display.
vintage, likely mid-to-late 20th century, approximately 1950s–1970s, rather than antique.
That dating is an estimate, based on the construction, decorative treatment and comparison with documented 20th-century Asian brass decorative vessels.
