Large Brass Floor Vase / Umbrella Stand
Other / Decorative Accessory · Contemporary / Global Eclectic (Late 20th to Early 21st Century) · Unmarked mass-market export artisan craft maker, commonly sourced from India or the Middle East
Type
Other / Decorative Accessory
Style Period
Contemporary / Global Eclectic (Late 20th to Early 21st Century)
Material
Brass sheeting with a polished golden finish
Age Estimate
Late 20th Century, circa 1980-2010
Dimensions
Estimated height of 30 to 36 inches with a diameter of approximately 10 to 12 inches at the widest shoulder
Origin
Likely manufactured in India for the global interior decor market
Designer/Maker
Unmarked mass-market export artisan craft maker, commonly sourced from India or the Middle East
Value Estimate
Estimated retail market value between $100 and $300 depending on weight, exact size, and local demand for global decor pieces
Description
An imposing and decorative large floor vase crafted from sheet brass, featuring a tapered silhouette with a bulbous, heavily worked body and a smooth, flared trumpet neck. The surface is richly adorned with pierced floral and leaf motifs complemented by intricate stippling and punching details that create textural depth and visual contrast against the polished highlights.
Key Features
Large floor-standing scale, heavily pierced floral body with stippled background, polished brass finish, and flared smooth neck rim
Color & Finish
High-polish golden brass finish with antiqued dark contrasting patination in the recessed pierced areas and stippling
Construction Method
Hand-hammered and pierced sheet metal, likely seam-welded with spun metal neck components
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Artisan or semi-artisanal metalworking utilizing traditional piercing, chasing, and seaming techniques typical of decorative export crafts
Wood Grain & Species
Not applicable
Surface Treatment
Extensive pierced (fretsaw) floral cutouts, repousse-style texturing, and stippled background patterns covering the bulbous body
Upholstery Details
Not applicable
Hardware & Fittings
None present
Origin & Provenance
Likely manufactured in India for the global interior decor market
Condition Notes
Very Good condition with minor surface scuffs and natural oxidation typical of polished brass displayed in a residential setting
Interesting Facts
While often sold and used as decorative floor vases for dry botanicals or pampas grass, these large vessels are frequently repurposed in modern homes as stylish umbrella stands in entryways
Cultural Significance
Reflects the enduring global popularity of traditional Middle Eastern and South Asian metalworking aesthetics adapted for contemporary Western interior design
Similar Pieces
Moroccan brass lanterns and Indian repousse umbrella stands; distinguished by its large vase silhouette and intricate floral piercing
Care & Maintenance
Dust regularly with a soft, dry microfiber cloth. Avoid using harsh chemical brass cleaners on the recessed dark patina; use specialized mild metal polish only on the raised high-polished surfaces if desired
Value Estimate
Estimated retail market value between $100 and $300 depending on weight, exact size, and local demand for global decor pieces
Sustainability Notes
Made from durable metal with high recyclability and extreme longevity, promoting sustainable home decor through multi-decadal use