food container (food processing & storage); lid (food processing & storage)

Shallow, copper bowl with a spout and carrying ring handle. There is a brass plated decorated with a scroll-work design where the spout and handle join the body. The mouth of the spout is bound with a brad with a turquoise stud set in the top. The round lid three tiered with decorated brass inset in centre. The lid is very close fitting to the vessel.

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