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Large and Heavy Chinese Brass Bowl
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Large and Heavy Chinese Brass Bowl

1920 - 1940
Description

A large Chinese Brass Bowl with various engraved patterns to the outer side and rim, very good condition. It is shown sitting on a stand which is associated and not original to the piece and does not come with it.

Dimensions:

H: 15cm (5.9")Di: 34cm (13.4")

PRICES ARE BEING DRAMATICALLY REDUCED NOW DUE TO OUR RETIREMENT SALE. PLEASE CHECK OUR OTHER LISTINGS!

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Declaration

Malcolm Eglin Antiques has dated this Chinese Engraved Brass Bowl to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1210416
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024039
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Description
A large Chinese Brass Bowl with various engraved patterns to the outer side and rim, very good condition.
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It is shown sitting on a stand which is associated and not original to the piece and does not come with it.
Malcolm Eglin Antiques

Dimensions:

H: 15cm (5.9")Di: 34cm (13.4")

PRICES ARE BEING DRAMATICALLY REDUCED NOW DUE TO OUR RETIREMENT SALE. PLEASE CHECK OUR OTHER LISTINGS!

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Date of Manufacture

Malcolm Eglin Antiques has dated this Chinese Engraved Brass Bowl to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1210416
Dealers Internal Ref
024039
Malcolm Eglin Antiques
Malcolm Eglin Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2009

Personal delivery service provided by this specialist dealer in fine and unusual decorative home furnishings

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A large brass bowl featuring engraved dragon and cloud patterns with a flared rim, displayed on a dark carved wooden stand.
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Archive I A large brass bowl featuring engraved dragon and cloud patterns with a flared rim, displayed on a dark carved wooden stand.

Large and Heavy Chinese Brass Bowl

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Malcolm Eglin Antiques

Malcolm Eglin Antiques
Telephone 07966 398123
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Hexham
Northumberland
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/meglin
Verified Since Mar 2009
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Malcolm Eglin Antiques
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A large brass bowl featuring engraved dragon and cloud patterns with a flared rim, displayed on a dark carved wooden stand.
Large and Heavy Chinese Brass Bowl
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A large brass bowl featuring engraved dragon and cloud patterns with a flared rim, displayed on a dark carved wooden stand.
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  • ObjectDecorative Bowls
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleChinese
  • MaterialBrass, Wood
  • ColourWarm Gold
  • MotifsEngraved dragon motif, Everted flared rim, Key fret border, Carved wooden stand
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 34 cm (13 in)

This large Chinese decorative bowl takes the form of a heavy brass vessel with a warm gold colour and a polished metallic finish. The body features an everted flared rim, an engraved dragon motif amidst cloud patterns across the outer side, and a geometric key fret border. It measures 15 cm high and 34 cm wide, standing on a round wooden base raised above the surface. In a contemporary home, this bowl provides a striking display piece suitable for placement atop a sideboard in a living room, dining room, or a gentleman's library. The brass shows natural surface patination and aged green verdigris highlights within the recessed engraved lines, while the wooden stand displays openwork carved scrolling decoration along its lower edge.

FAQs

Chinese brass bowls have been produced for centuries, gaining widespread popularity during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Often crafted for domestic, ritual, or export use, these vessels frequently feature symbolic hand-engraved motifs such as dragons, clouds, and traditional key-fret borders representing prosperity and longevity.

Traditional Chinese brassware was typically cast using sand-casting or lost-wax techniques, followed by hand-chasing, etching, or engraving to create detailed surface patterns. The brass alloy often included varying proportions of copper and zinc, resulting in heavy, thick-walled vessels with rich tonal depth.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit heavy weight, hand-worked tool marks rather than crisp machine stamping, and natural oxidation or verdigris in lower relief areas. Look for irregular engraving lines, cast wear underneath the base, and period-appropriate marks or signatures cast or stamped into the metal.

A large brass bowl functions well as a focal point on a sideboard, coffee table, or entry console. Pair it with dark woods, modern minimalist ceramics, or natural stone surfaces to allow the warm metal tones and intricate chasing to contrast with contemporary decor.

To preserve historic patination and verdigris, avoid harsh abrasive chemicals or aggressive dipping solutions. Dust regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a thin layer of microcrystalline wax to protect the surface from moisture and fingerprints.
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