Brass Stand Appraisal

Brass Planter on Ornate Stand

This item is a decorative planter assembly, featuring a polished brass planter cup resting on an ornate, patinated metal stand. The planter cup itself is cylindrical with an outwardly flared rim, exhibiting a bright, reflective golden brass finish. It appears to be made from sheet brass, likely spun or formed. The upper portion of the cup has a smooth, unadorned surface. Below this, approximately a third of the way down from the rim, there is a band of applied or repousséd detailing, most prominently visible on the right side. This detail appears to be a classical-style mask or head, possibly a lion or gargoyle, from which a decorative ring handle is suspended. The lower half of the brass cup is covered with a repeating pattern of embossed or cast leaf motifs, creating a textured, almost organic appearance. The brass shows some minor surface wear consistent with age and handling, and reflections indicate a polished but possibly not perfectly new surface. The planter sits atop a separate stand made of a darker, possibly bronzed or antiqued brass or other base metal. This stand features a prominent rope-twist band directly below where it supports the planter. Below this, there is another layer of intricate, overlapping leaf-like ornamentation, from which four slender, gracefully curving legs descend. These legs appear to broaden slightly at their base, hinting at stability. The stand exhibits a darker, more aged patina compared to the bright planter, suggesting it may be a different material or has undergone a different finishing process. The overall aesthetic is classical or possibly Art Nouveau inspired, given the organic leaf patterns and the decorative mask. There are no visible manufacturing marks or signatures in the provided image. The craftsmanship appears to be of good quality, with attention to detail in the cast or embossed elements.