Antique Hand-Spun Indian Brass Water Pots (Pair) | Early 1900s Lota Vessels | Sculptural Heritage Décor

Celebrate India’s timeless craftsmanship with this striking pair of Antique Hand-Spun Brass Water Pots—also known as lota vessels—crafted in the early 20th century. These elegant forms, once a daily essential in Indian households, are now coveted for their sculptural lines, warm metallic tones, and historic soul.

✦ Heritage Craftsmanship & Timeless Form

Each vessel is hand-spun from solid brass, with subtle linear ridges and a balanced bulbous profile. Their inverted stacking design and softly flared rims speak to both form and function, while their mellow patina and surface markings reflect decades of use and natural aging.

Originally used for carrying and storing water, these pots are now appreciated as decorative sculptures—perfect for lovers of global antiques and understated rustic elegance.

Each pot retains its original utility and can hold up to 10 litres of water, showcasing its functional roots as well as its aesthetic value.

✦ Key Features:

• Authentic Indian water pots (lota) from the early 1900s

• Hand-spun brass construction with visible concentric tooling lines

• Deep, aged patina with surface marks that honour their utilitarian past

• Functional capacity: each pot holds up to 10 litres of water

• Ideal as sculptural décor objects or vessel-style vases for dried stems

• Symbolic and cultural – historically used in ritual cleansing and daily water storage

• Sold as a pair – for balanced styling on mantels, sideboards, or display shelves

✦ Cultural Significance

The lota is one of India’s oldest and most iconic household vessels—valued for its ergonomic shape and spiritual symbolism. In both practical and ceremonial contexts, it represented purity and sustainability. Today, these brass pots transcend their original purpose, offering collectors and interior designers a meaningful connection to Indian heritage.

✦ Styling Tip

Display the pair side-by-side on a wooden console, fireplace hearth, or atop vintage books. Their rounded forms add visual softness to minimalist or industrial settings, while their golden-bronze tones harmonise beautifully with earthy materials like teak, linen, and stone.

✦ Specifications:

• Material: Solid Brass

• Era: Early 1900s

• Origin: India

• Finish: Aged, natural brass with soft sheen and oxidised character

• Dimensions (Each Pot):
  • Height: 38 cm
  • Diameter: 23 cm
  • Capacity: 10 litres
  • Weight: Approx. 3.5 kg each

✦ Delivery & Collection

Available for UK-wide delivery with careful packaging. Local collection from our studio can be arranged by appointment. For styling advice or further images, please contact Regen Bespoke.

Exclusively at Regen Bespoke – Where meaningful décor is rooted in culture, craft, and legacy. Add soulful sculptural elements to your UK home with this rare brass pair.