Brass Food Caddy From Bombay - Ca 1950 Material Cardboard Once simple practical objects

Once simple practical objects

it also looks great free standing

Note the historic damage to the cobra head visible in photos

It is slim for a dining table making it suitable for smaller homes

Brass Food Caddy From Bombay - Ca 1950 Material Cardboard Once simple practical objectsThis antique brass food caddy from northern India dates to around the 1950s and would once have been used for storing staples such as rice, flour, or biscuits. Their tall cylindrical shape and solid brass construction reflect the enduring practicality of traditional Indian kitchenware, while the warm golden patina tells the story of long domestic use. What sets these examples apart are their long looped handles, designed to make them easier to carry