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This sink is actually patterned after an antique East Indian cooking
vessel called an "Urli" (oo-ly). They were produced in many different
sizes and are known to be as big as five feet in diameter! The Urli
was only used on special occasions such as a wedding or a religious
holiday. Typically the source of heat was a wood burning fire. They
were carefully stored and handed down from Mother to Daughter and
often included in a bride's trousseau. Many families still use Urli's
but for the most part they have been replaced by stainless steel
pots.
Each sink is carefully sand cast and hand finished
in bronze. All bronze sinks have a living finish, which means that
the sink will continue to darken with use. In India the Urli is
dark on the outside and lighter in the inside where the food was
prepared.
Proper care is somewhat personal. If the sink is presently
or gets too dark for your taste it can easily by lightened with
the green side of a scotch bright pad. If you prefer it darker,
just give it some time and use. But typically a simple cleaning
with soap and water is all that is needed.
Available in the following finishes:
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Antique Bronze
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White Bronze
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