Kangsabani Hand-Hammered Brass Offering Bowl

Raised from a flat brass disc over a pit anvil by the kansari metalsmiths of Isampur, one of the last villages in Jamalpur still forging by hand rather than spinning on a lathe. Thousands of hammer blows work the metal outward, leaving the faceted planished surface that catches light differently at every angle. Cast from recycled brass. Used as a serving, fruit or ritual offering bowl.

Cooperative

Dhamrai Metal & Clay Works

Weight

1.3 kg

Origin

Isampur, Jamalpur, Bangladesh

Material

100% recycled solid brass

Craft

Hand-hammering (pit-forging)

Dimensions

28 cm diameter x 10 cm height

Care

Polish with a dry cloth and a mild brass cleaner as required. Hand wash only; not dishwasher safe. Dry immediately to avoid water marks.

Finish

Unlacquered recycled brass with a visible hammer-planished surface. Food-safe when polished.