Vintage Indian Brass Dallah Coffee Pot
Antique and Vintage Metalware

Vintage Indian Brass Dallah Coffee Pot

This is a traditional brass coffee pot, known as a Dallah, originating from India and styled after Middle Eastern metalware. The item features a bulbous body that tapers toward a flared base, a long curved beak-like spout characteristic of traditional coffee service, and a hinged lid topped with a tall, multi-tiered conical finial. The construction is solid brass with a dull gold patina. The body and lid are decorated with hand-chased or etched floral and scrollwork patterns, though the engraving appears somewhat shallow, typical of 20th-century decorative export ware. The handle is a simple curved brass strip attached with pins. Regarding condition, there is visible surface oxidation, dark tarnish spots, and a general loss of luster consistent with age and storage. There are no major dents visible in the image, but the hinge shows slight misalignment. Potentially dating from the mid-to-late 20th century, this piece serves primarily as a decorative object rather than functional kitchenware, showcasing the common brass-casting craftsmanship of Northern India (possibly Moradabad).

Estimated Value

$45.00 - $75.00

Basic Information

Category

Antique and Vintage Metalware

Appraised On

December 23, 2025

Estimated Value

$45.00 - $75.00

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Item Description

This is a traditional brass coffee pot, known as a Dallah, originating from India and styled after Middle Eastern metalware. The item features a bulbous body that tapers toward a flared base, a long curved beak-like spout characteristic of traditional coffee service, and a hinged lid topped with a tall, multi-tiered conical finial. The construction is solid brass with a dull gold patina. The body and lid are decorated with hand-chased or etched floral and scrollwork patterns, though the engraving appears somewhat shallow, typical of 20th-century decorative export ware. The handle is a simple curved brass strip attached with pins. Regarding condition, there is visible surface oxidation, dark tarnish spots, and a general loss of luster consistent with age and storage. There are no major dents visible in the image, but the hinge shows slight misalignment. Potentially dating from the mid-to-late 20th century, this piece serves primarily as a decorative object rather than functional kitchenware, showcasing the common brass-casting craftsmanship of Northern India (possibly Moradabad).

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