Zishta Brass Ghee Pot/ Container Small

Description

The ancient brass thooku container is a revival of an age-old design using a model of a 100 year old vessel along with the artisans in Gujarat
The unique aspects of this craft is that the top and bottom segments are attached though coupling and beating which is a very traditional way of joining instead of welding.
The community is known for their exceptional skills in making brass masterpieces for over 1000 years.
We collaborated with this community for the revival of both their livelihood and our ancient design.
It has a traditional shape and resembles the pot over pot design, where in olden days the pots containing ghee and curds are hung one over the other in a rope saddle.
Brass will oxidise over long duration exposure. This is relatively slower than copper.
Use tamarind or lemon while washing to get back the shine.
The inner surface is given a tin coating for protection and re-tinning has to be done once the metal shine is visible through the coating. This could last anywhere between 1-3 years depending on frequency of cleaning and type of ingredients stored.
Refrain from using steel wired scrubs as it can erode the tin lining faster. When the inner brass metal is visible, please remember to give it for re-tinning process.