Kashmiri Papier-mâché Vases, pair

This pair of extraordinary vases is hand-painted with an intricate floral motif and lacquered for beauty and protection. Each vase is topped with a brass rim. As the interior is not watertight, a glass vessel filled with water should be placed inside when displaying fresh flowers.

Kashmiri papier-mâché is a centuries-old traditional craft originating in the Kashmir Valley of India, involving the shaping of paper pulp into objects such as boxes, vases, bowls, and decorative items. These pieces are then hand-painted with intricate floral, geometric, and nature-inspired motifs using fine brushes, and often finished with lacquer to produce vibrant, richly detailed works of art.

H 12in, ø 5.5in