Bronze? Vase.

Discussion in 'Metalware' started by Bdigger, Nov 2, 2018.

  1. Bdigger

    Bdigger Well-Known Member

    I don't usually buy Metalware, but this little vase called my name today and for $1 I couldn't pass it up. I'm not sure, but I think it is Bronze. It is not magnetic, and shows a lot of verdigris and patina. Any Ideas? Should I and how should I clean it? Thanks for any info.
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  2. Bakersgma

    Bakersgma Well-Known Member

    This kind of "verdigris" is often seen on recent wares in "home decor shops." It's applied and not the natural effect of weathering. It's a cute vase (is there a glass insert?) but is there any mark or evidence of a label?
     
  3. Bdigger

    Bdigger Well-Known Member

    nope. no insert. no evidence of a mark or label either.
     
  4. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    i wouldn't clean it at all.....
     
  5. Bdigger

    Bdigger Well-Known Member

    I like it. it'll probably end up on the screen porch table.
     
  6. Bakersgma

    Bakersgma Well-Known Member

    That will be a great place for it!
     
  7. verybrad

    verybrad Well-Known Member

    Have seen this piece numerous times before. Modern and likely from India.
     
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  8. evelyb30

    evelyb30 Well-Known Member

    I like it too; there may have been a glass insert that parted ways.
     
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  9. Bdigger

    Bdigger Well-Known Member

    Thanks everybody! I appreciate your help!
     
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  10. Any Jewelry

    Any Jewelry Well-Known Member

    Don't clean it, it is meant to look that way. It will look great on a porch table.
     
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