Antique Indian Benares Ware Vases with Embossed Decoration
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Pair of antique Indian Benares ware vases with embossed decoration, 43 cm high
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- Embossed / Repousse - Embossing, also known as repousse, is the technique of decorating metal with raised designs, by pressing or beating out the design from the reverse side of the object.It is the opposite of chasing, where the decoration is applied from the front. An embossed or repoussed object may have chasing applied to finish off the design.
- Benares Brass - Benares brass is a type of brassware that originates from the city of Varanasi, also known as Benares or Kashi, in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. The city has a long history of metalworking, dating back to at least the 12th century, and is known for producing a wide variety of brass items, including religious statues, household items, and decorative objects.
The brass used to make Benares brassware is typically of a high quality and is often made from a mixture of copper and zinc. The brass is first melted and poured into molds, after which it is shaped and engraved by hand using traditional techniques passed down through generations of craftsmen. The finished products are then polished to a high shine, giving them their distinctive golden colour.