Indian Vessel with Ring Handles

One-handled cup in mellow brass, with a big loose ring on the side.

This brass vessel with ring handles is from India, and dates to the early 20th century. Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc, valued in South Asian households for its golden color and for being easy to cast, hammer and clean. Deep, round-bottomed cup with a wide flat lip and a single large ring handle at the side. The golden-brown metal shows uneven patina and fine marks, and the stem widens into a stepped round foot. It is 5 inches high and 7 in diameter.

Single ring, solid foot, and plenty of character.