Bronze? Vase.

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.

 

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?

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

That will be a great place for it!

 

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

 

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

 

Thanks everybody! I appreciate your help!

 

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