Interesting example of Indian metalwork, with OT quiz!

Atlantia · 13th February 2010, 06:54 PM

well, I thought I'd share this with you all as its an interesting example of Indian decoration using traditional styles and 'snapshots' of landmarks, presumably to tempt British pockets to open?
Its a huge bronze planter (8inches high, by 11inches across), with four panels showing buildings. Each picture has a short (initials) inscription in english.
It would have looked completely at home in a victorian conservatory with a bushy aspedistra sprouting out of it. It has been well polished on the outside but has ancient patina inside, I'd say it's at least 1900.
Anyhow, the traditional parts of the decoration are very similar to those used on weapon fittings, even armour and shields. The Buildings are mostly a mystery to me. One is rather obvious....... Can anyone identify any others?

First Picture has stamped inscription 'T.M.A'.

Second picture: 'M.O.T.O.D'

Third: 'J.M.D'.

Fourth: 'S.O.f.T.M.A' (The 'O' has an accent above, and the 'f' is lower case)

13th February 2010, 06:54 PM	#1
Atlantia Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: The Sharp end Posts: 2,928	Interesting example of Indian metalwork, with OT quiz! well, I thought I'd share this with you all as its an interesting example of Indian decoration using traditional styles and 'snapshots' of landmarks, presumably to tempt British pockets to open? Its a huge bronze planter (8inches high, by 11inches across), with four panels showing buildings. Each picture has a short (initials) inscription in english. It would have looked completely at home in a victorian conservatory with a bushy aspedistra sprouting out of it. It has been well polished on the outside but has ancient patina inside, I'd say it's at least 1900. Anyhow, the traditional parts of the decoration are very similar to those used on weapon fittings, even armour and shields. The Buildings are mostly a mystery to me. One is rather obvious....... Can anyone identify any others? First Picture has stamped inscription 'T.M.A'. Second picture: 'M.O.T.O.D' Third: 'J.M.D'. Fourth: 'S.O.f.T.M.A' (The 'O' has an accent above, and the 'f' is lower case)