Traditional Thai Silver or Brass Offering Bowls and Repoussé Jar
Hollowware (Offering Bowls and Decorative Jar) · Unknown Southeast Asian workshop (likely Thai or Cambodian)
Pattern: Traditional Lotus and Repoussé Foliage Pattern
Type
Hollowware (Offering Bowls and Decorative Jar)
Maker
Unknown Southeast Asian workshop (likely Thai or Cambodian)
Material
Likely low-purity silver (800) or yellow brass/bronze with high-polished interior
Dimensions
Estimated bowl diameter 8-12 cm; weight approximately 150-300 grams depending on material density
Description
A set of traditional Southeast Asian vessels including two polished offering bowls and a heavily decorated repoussé jar. The items showcase the region's focus on tactile textures and symbolic floral motifs used in both domestic and ritual settings.
Key Features
High-relief repoussé work, petal-like layering on the jar, and high-shine gold-toned interiors
Material & Composition
Likely low-purity silver (800) or yellow brass/bronze with high-polished interior
Finish & Decoration
Polished interior; outside features elaborate repoussé and chasing with floral and petal motifs
Hallmarks & Stamps
None visible in image; often unmarked or stamped with 'Thailand' or numerical purity
Construction Details
Hand-hammered and raised with hand-chased relief decoration
Functional Features
Open vessels for liquids or ceremonial offerings; jar features a fitted lid
Handle & Grip Details
Jar features a raised finial on the lid for gripping; bowls are handle-less
Craftsmanship Details
Evidence of significant hand-tooling in the relief work; symmetry indicates skilled hand-eye coordination
Authentication Indicators
Visual consistency with 'Silverware of Thailand' traditional patterns; characteristic repoussé depth
Origin & Manufacturing
Thailand or Cambodia, likely a specialized handicraft village or workshop
Era & Period
Traditional / Contemporary Southeast Asian Craft (Modern 20th/21st Century)
Age Estimate
Late 20th century to contemporary (c. 1980-present)
Cultural Significance
Represents religious and social merit-making traditions in Buddhist culture
Condition Notes
Very Good; high luster remains, though image blur inhibits detailed surface analysis of scratches
Value Estimate
$50 - $250 depending on weight, silver content, and artisanal detail
Care & Maintenance
Clean with mild soapy water; polish with soft cloth. Avoid abrasive acids if the item is brass-plated silver.
Similar Pieces
Cambodian silver 'Phreah Neang' bowls or Indonesian Yogya silverwares
Interesting Facts
In Thailand, set of bowls like these are often used in 'Songkran' (Thai New Year) ceremonies to sprinkle scented water.