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An Early 20th Century Indian Engraved White Metal Beaker
For sale by Jeckyll & Co
for sale €117     $127
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An Early 20th Century Indian Engraved White Metal Beaker

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Jeckyll & Co
Description

Nice heavy gage. Profusely decorated overall with central Indian script. Brass highlights to the script fainter in places.

13cm high x 9.5cm diameter

Happy to pack and post within the UK for £15.

For news and stock updates follow us on Instagram: jeckyllandco

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Jeckyll & Co has dated this Indian Engraved Metal Beaker to the 1920s.

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Description
Nice heavy gage. Profusely decorated overall with central Indian script. Brass highlights to the script fainter in places.

13cm high x 9.5cm diameter

Happy to pack and post within the UK for £15.

For news and stock updates follow us on Instagram: jeckyllandco

Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Indian Engraved Metal Beaker to the 1920s.

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A tapered white metal beaker featuring detailed hand-engraved foliage motifs, star emblems, and a tarnished patina.
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Archive I A tapered white metal beaker featuring detailed hand-engraved foliage motifs, star emblems, and a tarnished patina.

An Early 20th Century Indian Engraved White Metal Beaker

Archive II A tapered white metal beaker featuring detailed hand-engraved foliage motifs, star emblems, and a tarnished patina. View II
Archive III A tapered white metal beaker featuring detailed hand-engraved foliage motifs, star emblems, and a tarnished patina. View III
Archive IV A tapered white metal beaker featuring detailed hand-engraved foliage motifs, star emblems, and a tarnished patina. View IV
Archive V A tapered white metal beaker featuring detailed hand-engraved foliage motifs, star emblems, and a tarnished patina. View V
Archive VI A tapered white metal beaker featuring detailed hand-engraved foliage motifs, star emblems, and a tarnished patina. View VI
Archive VII A tapered white metal beaker featuring detailed hand-engraved foliage motifs, star emblems, and a tarnished patina. View VII
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A tapered white metal beaker featuring detailed hand-engraved foliage motifs, star emblems, and a tarnished patina.
An early 20th century Indian engraved white metal beaker
Ref: SA1240748
A tapered white metal beaker featuring detailed hand-engraved foliage motifs, star emblems, and a tarnished patina.
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  • ObjectBeakers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleAnglo-Indian
  • MaterialWhite Metal, Brass, Copper
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFoliate engraving, Star emblems, Tapered body, Inlaid detailing

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During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Indian artisans produced metalwork combining regional Islamic and Hindu motifs with utilitarian forms tailored for European and domestic markets. These items were frequently crafted using chasing, engraving, and inlay techniques on base metals or silver alloys.

White metal beakers were commonly made from copper alloys, nickel silver, or brass plated with silver. The decorative patterns were created through hand-engraving, chasing, and occasionally bidri-style inlay with contrasting copper or brass elements.

Authentic pieces display evidence of hand-carved or hand-hammered workmanship rather than machine stamping. Look for uneven depth in the engraving, natural surface oxidisation, and slight variations in symmetry typical of hand craftsmanship.

Small metal vessels function as accent pieces on bookshelves, sideboards, or desk tops. They are frequently repurposed as pencil holders, small flower vases, or placed alongside other metallic objects to create texture within a display.

Clean gently using a soft, lint-free cloth and mild soap diluted in warm water. Avoid harsh chemical polishes or abrasive pads, which can remove original inlay details or strip historic silver plating and surface patina.
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