Kettle

Title
Kettle
Year/Period
c. 1930
Region
Sarawak
Dimension
Object size: H:27.8 x W:34.0 x D:24.4 cm
Accession No.
XXXX-03184
Collection of
Asian Civilisations Museum

This kettle has a spout in the shape of a dragon's head and with fluted sides and floral motif around the body.Kettles such as this were used to serve drinking water during weddings or festivals. It may have also been used to store water for washing the right hand before and after eating.

 

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