Antique Solid Brass Shell Vide Poche Catchall

Description

Lovely piece of history to use everyday! This is a solid hand cast metal shell shaped bowl to be used … more Lovely piece of history to use everyday! This is a solid hand cast metal shell shaped bowl to be used as a catchall or simply for its beauty. Manufactured by the Philadelphia Mfg Co. As you will notice there are screw holes on the bottom. During my research to figure out exactly what this was originally used for, I came across this excellent example on this hall tree. Originally used to catch water on wooden hall trees. See pictures of the antique hall tree using similar brass bowls. This little bowl will surely be a conversation starter! less