Lota

Round-bellied brass Lota vessel, lightly engraved with a very nice soft patina.
The lota can be used in its traditional function, to pour holy water over deities in a Hindu temple or household shrines.
It can also be used as a vase, utensil holder or simply as a decorative element.
 
Material: brass.
Origin: India.
Epoch: vintage.
Width: 8.5 cm
Height: 6 cm