Ganga Jumna Ravitra Pani Lota From Haridwar – 19th Century

From the riverbanks of northern India comes this finely balanced Ganga-Jumna lota, its two-tone form uniting warm brass and soft copper in a harmonious banded design. The style takes its name from the meeting of the Ganga and Jamuna rivers, and like its namesake, this vessel is crafted to hold and preserve water €” often for both daily use and sacred rituals.

The silver-coloured traces along the rim reveal its earlier life: a fitted lid once sealed with molten alloy, ensuring the water within remained pure during travel or offering. Its unadorned surface speaks of quiet utility, while the smooth curves of the rounded body and flared neck reflect centuries of refinement in the lota form.

This piece carries the warm patina of age, its surfaces subtly marked by handling and time. Whether displayed as an artefact of Indian metalwork or as part of a collection of ritual objects, it offers a tangible connection to the traditions of the subcontinent.

• Origin: India
• Style: Ganga-Jumna lota
• Material: Brass and copper, with silver-coloured sealing marks on rim
• Finish: Naturally aged patina with visible wear consistent with age
• Form: Traditional lota shape with rounded body, flared rim, and wide copper band
• Use: Traditionally for storing and transporting water, sometimes sealed for sacred water in ritual use
• Dimensions: Width 13 x Depth 13 x Height 15 cm