Indian Brass Pin Tray Engraved Flower Scrolls Gilt Miniature Metal Mark Mid 20C

Name: Indian Brass Pin Tray Engraved Flower Scrolls Gilt Miniature Metal Mark Mid 20C
SKU: INV5252
Price: 10.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£10.00

Inventory Code: INV5252

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Indian Brass Pin Tray Engraved Flower Scrolls Gilt Miniature Metal Mark Mid 20C

ITEM DETAILS

Inventory Code: INV5252

Object: Pin Tray

Material: Brass

Origin: India

Period: Mid 20th century

Date: Circa mid 20th century

Decoration: Engraved stylized flower and leafy scroll design

Mark: Punched mark to underside

MEASUREMENTS

Diameter: 2.76 in / 7.0 cm

Height: 0.31 in / 0.8 cm

CONDITION

GOOD (4/5) – Surface scratches, tarnishing, spotting and general age-related wear are visible, with the engraved decoration remaining clear. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

DESCRIPTION

A small Indian brass pin tray of circular form with a shallow raised rim. The interior is engraved with a stylized flower surrounded by sweeping leafy branches, executed with simple linear cutting that contrasts attractively against the polished brass surface. The underside displays concentric turning marks together with a small punched mark. A compact decorative piece with an appealing warm golden patina and traditional floral character.

COLLECTOR’S NOTE

Small engraved brass trays and dishes were widely produced in India during the 20th century as decorative and functional metalware. Floral and foliate engraving is characteristic of this tradition, with individual examples showing considerable variation in hand-cut ornament and surface finish.

NOTES

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