Description
This rare and striking Deccani brass ewer, originating from 16th-century India, exemplifies exceptional artistry from the Deccan region. Its onion-shaped, bulbous body features ribbed and fluted detailing, rising gracefully from a conical cusped base with a tiered effect.
Vertical ribs extend throughout the body, tapering to a neck with a pronounced collar and culminating in a wide, flaring hexagonal-shaped mouth and an associated hinged domed lid.
The design is further enhanced by an elegant dragon or serpentine shaped handle, The body is adorned with intricate vertical bands, while the spout is masterfully formed to resemble a stylised growing plant, topped with a leaf-shaped finial.
Distinctive Features:
- Raised vertical ribs throughout the body.
- Tiered effect for a lobed ewer design.
Timeless Deccani Elegance
This exquisite brass ewer is a prime example of Deccani craftsmanship, reflecting the perfect fusion of artistic design and practical form.
Its enduring beauty makes it a valuable addition to any collection of Mughal or Deccan-period artefacts.
