Flower Pot

National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy

Title : Flower Pot

Accession No : 55/15/127 (9)

This is a flower pot from Nepal. The pot has a plain surface with a subtle sheen. The pot has a wide mouth with a curved body and bell shaped foot. The body of the pot is round.

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Condition

  • ConditionAverage
  • Action NoteCR; Scratch marks at some parts

Dimensions

  • Measurement (CMS)15.5 × 10.2 (dia)

Significance

  • Artistic"Bell metal is a hard alloy used for making bells and other related instruments and utilitarian objects. It is a form of bronze with a higher tin content, usually in approximately a 4:1 ratio of copper to tin (typically 78% copper, 22% tin by mass). Bell metals are used to produce variety of items both utility and aesthetic purposes. Indian Bell metal work is distinguised by ornate and sophisticated designs, finesse and finish. "