A vintage South Asian brass trinket tray featuring the Three Wise Monkeys motif — see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil — shown in raised relief across the surface. The monkeys are stylised in a playful yet symbolic manner, a design long used in South Asian decorative metalware to represent wisdom, restraint and mindfulness.
The tray is solid brass and has developed a characterful aged patina over time, with areas of surface wear and verdigris visible around the relief and edges. This natural build-up has occurred through age and handling and gives the piece depth, warmth and an authentic vintage feel, clearly showing it is not a modern reproduction.
Rectangular in form and nicely weighted, it works well as a trinket dish, jewellery tray, coin holder or small desk catch-all, and sits beautifully within boho, eclectic or globally inspired interiors.
A small but striking decorative piece with symbolic meaning and plenty of visual texture.
Dimensions
12 x 8 cm
Weight
166 g
Condition
Good vintage condition with surface wear, patina and areas of verdigris consistent with age and use. These features are considered part of the piece’s character and help evidence its age