Indian Benares Brass Lidded Jar with Finial and Deep Engraved Detail

his Indian Benares brass lidded jar is a striking example of traditional metalwork, showcasing bold form and densely engraved surface decoration. It measures 15.5 centimetres in height and 12 centimetres across, with a rounded body, pointed finial, and balanced proportions that give it strong visual presence.

The outer surface is richly engraved with delicate floral and foliate patterns, rendered with great precision. Decorative borders frame each band of design, giving the piece a formal rhythm and a timeless quality. The brass has developed a soft patina that enhances the contrast between raised and recessed areas, adding texture and warmth to the overall finish.

Inside, the jar reveals a deep charcoal-toned interior that appears to have once been silvered, now significantly worn with age. This darkened interior creates dramatic contrast with the golden exterior and offers a tactile sense of the piece’s age and use. The patterning visible inside is the impression of the exterior engraving, continuing the theme of layered texture and hand crafted detail.

The jar opens into two neat halves, making it suitable for practical storage or as a decorative object in its own right. Whether styled closed to highlight its symmetrical form or left open to show the contrast between inside and out, it adds a worldly richness to any space.

In good vintage condition with visible signs of age, particularly to the interior. The lid sits securely and the jar displays beautifully. A soulful and sculptural piece for lovers of vintage metalware.