{"product_id":"silvered-lotus-antique-tinned-copper-vessel","title":"Silvered Lotus, Antique Tinned Copper Vessel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis piece is a study in texture and tone. While crafted from copper or brass, it was historically coated in tin, giving it a luminous, silvery-grey surface that has softened beautifully with age. You can see the \"spun\" texture on the wide, flared rim, where concentric lines catch the light. The patina is perfectly worn, showing glimpses of the warmer base metal underneath, creating that coveted two-tone industrial look. It retains its original perforated central grate, which adds a layer of intricate geometric detail to the otherwise smooth, minimalist form. Sourced from India, this is a traditional Pikdan, once a staple in households for the disposal of betel nut juice. However, the Kalai finish suggests it might have also served a dual purpose in a kitchen or dining setting, as tinning was primarily used to make metal food-safe. The wide rim was designed to be functional—catching splashes—but today, it serves as a stunning architectural feature that draws the eye inward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique vessel is sculptural enough to sit empty. The \"funnel\" shape reflects ambient light in a unique way, brightening up a dark corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e*Era: Early to Mid 20th Century\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e*Size: 15“(D) x 10“(H)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e*Material: Tinned Copper\/Brass (Kalai Finish)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e*Color: Aged Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e*Product Type: Antique Vessel \/ Pikdan \/ Tinned Bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Style: Industrial, Wabi Sabi, Rustic, Indian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e*Origin: India \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e*Condition: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAntique with worn tinned finish revealing copper base.\u003c\/span\u003e Wear consistent with age \u0026amp; use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be considered defects but rather part of its character \u0026amp; historical value.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e**Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"DE-COR | Globally Inspired","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49944077238424,"sku":"IMG_4580","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/2612\/5208\/files\/Silvered_Lotus_Antique_Tinned_Copper_Vessel.jpg?v=1789762803","url":"https:\/\/veronicasopencloset.store\/products\/silvered-lotus-antique-tinned-copper-vessel","provider":"Veronicas OPEN CLOSET","version":"1.0","type":"link"}