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Victorian Brass Vessel
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Victorian Brass Vessel

19th century
Description

A beautiful oval brass vessel probably used for logs or plants but would also make a super drinks container. The lion mask handles are magnificent and the whole piece is above average quality. Condition is very good and has just been polished in our workshops.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Declaration

witchantiques.com has dated this Victorian Brass Lion Planter to the Victorian era.

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SA867588
Dealers Internal Reference
B-418
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Description
A beautiful oval brass vessel probably used for logs or plants but would also make a super drinks container. The lion mask handles are magnificent and the whole piece is above average quality. Condition is very good and has just been polished in our workshops.
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

witchantiques.com has dated this Victorian Brass Lion Planter to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA867588
Dealers Internal Ref
B-418
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A rounded polished brass vessel with a flared riveted base and cast lion head handles holding rope-twist rings.
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Archive I A rounded polished brass vessel with a flared riveted base and cast lion head handles holding rope-twist rings.

Victorian Brass Vessel

Archive II A rounded polished brass vessel with a flared riveted base and cast lion head handles holding rope-twist rings. View II
Archive III A rounded polished brass vessel with a flared riveted base and cast lion head handles holding rope-twist rings. View III
Archive IV A rounded polished brass vessel with a flared riveted base and cast lion head handles holding rope-twist rings. View IV
Archive V A rounded polished brass vessel with a flared riveted base and cast lion head handles holding rope-twist rings. View V
Archive VI A rounded polished brass vessel with a flared riveted base and cast lion head handles holding rope-twist rings. View VI
Archive VII A rounded polished brass vessel with a flared riveted base and cast lion head handles holding rope-twist rings. View VII
Archive VIII A rounded polished brass vessel with a flared riveted base and cast lion head handles holding rope-twist rings. View VIII
Archive IX A rounded polished brass vessel with a flared riveted base and cast lion head handles holding rope-twist rings. View IX
Archive X A rounded polished brass vessel with a flared riveted base and cast lion head handles holding rope-twist rings. View X
Archive XI A rounded polished brass vessel with a flared riveted base and cast lion head handles holding rope-twist rings. View XI
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Unit 22 B
2nd Floor
Higher Walton Mill
Higher Walton Rd
Higher Walton
Preston
Lancashire
PR5 4DJ
United Kingdom

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A rounded polished brass vessel with a flared riveted base and cast lion head handles holding rope-twist rings.
Victorian Brass Vessel
Ref: SA867588
A rounded polished brass vessel with a flared riveted base and cast lion head handles holding rope-twist rings.
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During the Victorian era, brass metalware gained immense popularity due to industrial manufacturing advancements. Vessels of this nature were produced for both utilitarian uses, such as holding coal or firewood by the hearth, and decorative display as jardinieres for exotic plants in domestic interiors.

Traditional Victorian brass vessels were constructed using spun or hand-hammered sheet brass, supported by heavy cast brass mounts such as lion masks or claw feet. Bases were frequently reinforced with hand-driven rivets to withstand daily functional use.

Authentic 19th-century pieces generally exhibit visible construction marks, such as braised seams, hand-set rivets, and heavy cast fittings. Look for signs of age including natural interior oxidisation, light surface wear, and a distinct weight indicative of solid brass.

A substantial brass vessel functions well positioned on a fireplace hearth to store kindling or styled as an indoor planter for large foliage plants. The reflective metallic finish provides warm contrast against both painted cabinetry and natural timber background surfaces.

Clean surface dust with a soft microfibre cloth. To maintain a high shine, apply a specialized metal polish sparingly, whereas to preserve an aged patina, avoid abrasive cleaners and protect the surface with a light application of neutral microcrystalline wax.
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