Vintage brass planter with lion head handles and decorative masque.

Brassware has been produced for centuries across various cultures, prized for its durability, malleability, and aesthetic appeal. Decorative planters and vessels made from brass were popular during the Victorian and Edwardian eras, often featuring ornate designs and mythological or animalistic motifs. These pieces served both functional purposes for holding plants or as decorative objects in homes.

This particular planter, with its lion head handles and possible masque-like decoration, evokes a sense of classical or even gothic revival styles popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Such items were often manufactured in Europe, particularly in countries with a strong tradition of metalworking, and were exported globally. The patina and casting suggest it is a vintage piece, likely intended for decorative use rather than heavy-duty gardening.

7 inches tall 7.5 inches in diameter