Gilded copper temple bowl, Bengal (India), circa 1880-1920 - Lot 246

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Gilded copper temple bowl, Bengal (India), circa 1880-1920 - Lot 246
Gilded copper temple bowl, Bengal (India), circa 1880-1920 Large ceremonial copper bowl, entirely gilded inside and out, with two original riveted handles, bearing a Bengali inscription mentioning the donor Nagen Chandra Pal, indicating a context of religious patronage, probably intended for Hindu offerings or ritual food distribution (annadanam) within a temple or community. Details: origin Bengal, India; circa 1880-1920; material gilded copper; diameter 70 cm; height 26 cm; weight 10.3 kg; special features interior and exterior gilding, original riveted handles, Bengali inscription Nagen Chandra Pal; condition wear and patina consistent with age.
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