Nepalese Copper Water Vessel

A round copper vessel, darkened by years of water and hands.

This water vessel was made in copper in Nepal in the early 20th century. Narrow-necked copper vessels are commonly used in the Himalayas to carry and store water. It has a rounded, full body with a ridged shoulder and a flared lip, and a surface beaten into a texture that is dark and almost leathery. The color is deep brown, with reddish copper flashes on the high points.

About eighteen inches tall and eleven across. A good vase, if you do not mind its past.