{"product_id":"mid-20th-century-brass-wine-cooler-w-scalloped-rim-63-4-x-121-2","title":"Mid-20th-Century Brass Wine Cooler w\/ Scalloped Rim - 6¾\" x 12½\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis distinctive vintage brass wine cooler, likely dating from the mid-20th century, is inspired by the historic Monteith form. Its broad rounded bowl is raised on a flared pedestal foot and finished with a deeply scalloped rim, a feature originally designed to hold stemmed glasses for cooling. Large drop-ring handles, articulated with a segmented, almost bamboo-like texture, hang from upward-curving mounts reminiscent of stylized rearing serpents, adding a playful and distinctive decorative note. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe design is closely related to brass Monteith bowls produced by Mottahedeh, the American decorative-arts company that developed in New York during the 1920s under Rafi and Mildred Mottahedeh. From the late 1950s onward, the firm became especially known for reproductions of historic decorative objects. No visible mark is present here, however. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e The bright brass has developed a rich golden patina, with darker areas of oxidation and touches of verdigris adding depth and character. Visible traces of old soldering around the handles and foot contribute to its handmade, well-used appearance. Its generous scale, warm color and scalloped rim give the piece strong decorative presence, whether filled with ice and bottles or used as a striking centerpiece or cachepot filled with flowers, bringing a glamorous Hollywood Regency note to the room. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 6¾\" high x 12½\" diameter    \u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 17cm high x 32cm diameter  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54721914208594,"sku":"25782","price":327.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC06923_99ebea20-6d19-434f-b58d-7de175e2d07f.jpg?v=1789389295","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/mid-20th-century-brass-wine-cooler-w-scalloped-rim-63-4-x-121-2","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}