Description

Width: 14cm

Depth: 8.5cm

Height: 12cm

A striking decorative kapala-style bowl modelled in the form of a stylised monkey skull, produced in resin and richly embellished with applied metal mounts and symbolic detailing.

The piece features a hinged lid opening to reveal a velvet-lined interior, finished in a deep purple tone which contrasts strongly with the aged exterior.

The exterior is heavily adorned with cast metal elements including mask-like facial features, studded skull motifs, and applied decorative panels, giving the piece a layered, sculptural quality.

The overall form references traditional kapala ritual vessels, reinterpreted here as a modern decorative object.

The interior metal lining to the lid and rim adds further visual weight, while the hinged construction allows the piece to function as a small storage vessel.

It sits comfortably as a standalone display item within a cabinet of curiosities or gothic-inspired interior.