Miniature Etched Brass Bud Vase

This is a miniature bud vase, approximately 3 to 4 inches in height, crafted from brass with a dark, aged patina. The vessel features a classic baluster form with a bulbous lower body that tapers significantly at the waist before flaring out into a trumpet-style rim. The surface is decorated with hand-etched or machine-engraved floral and geometric motifs. Central to the bulbous base is a stylized rose or peony-like blossom, flanked by scrolling leaf and vine patterns. The neck is adorned with a rayed or sunburst pattern pointing downwards. The brass has developed a deep, almost black oxidation or tarnish across much of the surface, which contrasts with the gold-toned highlights where the metal has been engraved or physically handled. Condition-wise, the piece shows significant surface wear, including some minor pitting, surface scratches, and uneven coloration typical of mid-20th-century mass-produced exports, likely from India or Pakistan. There are no visible maker's marks on the exterior; any identifying stamps would typically be found on the base, which is not visible here. The craftsmanship is of a utilitarian decorative grade, showing the slightly irregular lines characteristic of hand-guided engraving.

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