Accession Nr.: 54.144.1.1-2
Type: vessel; object for daily use; metalwork
Date of production:
19th century
Place of production:
Materials/Techniques: brass, cast
Dimensions: height: 31 cm
height (with lid): 38 cm
diameter (mouth): 19 cm
diameter (lid): 15 cm
Minangkabau-Malay copper vessel used for oil storage by members of the community. From its octagonal pedestal rises an upwardly flaring angular body with a lid decorated with a bird. It is covered with a dense floral and plant decoration.