Large Uruli In Bronze , End Of XIXth Century, Beginning Of XXth Century . Kerala . Bronze Basin

Remarkable large bronze Uruli from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Kerala, southern India.
Pure, balanced lines, two handles under the neck.
The bronze is of fine quality. In very good condition, with no cracks or holes.
Superb patina from use, the outer base blackened by carbonaceous combustion residues.
Four small feet help stabilize it if placed on the ground or on a flat surface.

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Diameter 60 cm
Height 20 cm
Weight 13 kg

Widespread in southern India (especially Kerala and Tamil Nadu), the Uruli still has this shallow basin shape with two handles under the neck, more or less scalloped. It can be large (in which case it's called a Varpu), and is typical of the urulis produced in the South Indian state of Kerala. They were used to prepare dishes for major family or temple events, as well as for Ayurvedic medicinal preparations. Urulis now have a more decorative use. Put on display in homes, or used in basins in which flowers float for the most beautiful effect.