Forged iron vase with a warm copper-and-bronze finish, embossed patterns, and a hand-painted ivory border of leaves and diamonds. Ring handles sit at either side. The vessel form has long stood for hospitality and abundance. Set it on an entry table, mantel, or altar shelf, and slip a glass inside to hold a few fresh stems.
Details
- Design: Cylindrical iron vase with copper-and-bronze finish, ring handles on either side, visible hand-riveted seams, and a hand-painted ivory band of leaf and diamond motifs along the rim and base
- Size: About 7 inches high and 5.5 inches in diameter. Weighs about 1 lb
- Material: Iron, with a copper and bronze toned finish
- Included: Vase only. A glass insert for live flowers is not included
- Care: Wipe with a soft, dry cloth and keep away from prolonged moisture to preserve the finish
- Note: Slight variations in color, texture, and riveting are natural and part of its handmade character
- Origin: Handmade in Rajasthan, India
Meaning & Intention
In Rajasthan, iron has been worked this way for generations — strips riveted, hammered, and finished by hand. Every seam on this vase is left visible, a record of the making rather than something polished away.
The vessel is one of the oldest symbols of hospitality and abundance, a form built to receive and hold. The hand-painted leaf and diamond border echoes traditional Rajasthani textile and temple patterning.
Its weathered copper-and-bronze surface suggests age and endurance rather than newness, a sign that things gain character over time.
Placed on an entry table, mantel, or altar shelf, it turns setting a few stems in water into a small act of attention — beauty found in what is authentic, not what is unmarked.
Essence & Elements
Intention: Abundance, gratitude, grounding
Symbol: Vessel of hospitality and abundance
Ideal for: Anyone drawn to handcrafted, old-world decor, or a housewarming and gratitude gift
Suggested mantra: I welcome abundance with grace
Questions & Guidance
Can I put water and fresh flowers directly inside?
For live flowers, place a glass insert inside the vase rather than adding water directly to the iron. This protects the finish over time.
Where does it sit well in a home?
An entry table, mantel, altar shelf, or open shelving. The scale suits a small centerpiece, and the ring handles make it easy to move between surfaces.
Does it work as a gift?
Yes. It travels well as a housewarming piece or as a gesture of gratitude, especially paired with a few dried stems or a simple bunch of blooms.
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