Bronze Basin, 18th Or 19th Ritual Uruli From Kerala, Floating Bouquet

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INDIA, Kerala, 19th century Uruli basin, Bronze.
A bronze uruli with two handles on each side. It is typical of urulis produced in state of Kerala, South India, where they were used in cooking for preparation of meals for major events, but also for preparation of Ayurvedic medicines.
Today, uruli have a more decorative use, and are often displayed in homes or used as receptacles for floating floral arrangements."
Our uruli is medium size, Diameter: 25cm, Height: 9.5cm. with beautiful patina which once cooked on embers. See photos,
We have prepared a small floating floral arrangement of jasmine and hydrangea from our garden, as a welcome, as is now the custom in Kerala. Good condition, no flaws.
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- eclectic - antique dealers since 1970, Siret: FR 24.430113233. Invoice and Certificate are attached to each of our shipments.