1948 Oskar J W Hansen Brass Monstera Leaf Dish

Beautiful brass monstera leaf vide poche by Oskar J W Hansen for Virginia Metalcrafters, 1948. Oskar J. W. Hansen, an important Norway born American sculptor, was best known for his monumental Art Deco masterpieces of the Hoover Dam. In 1948, Hansen began designing a series of dozens of brass leaf trays for Virginia Metalcrafters. Lovely solid brass leaf shaped dish with ridges and scalloped edge. Stamped on the underside. Finish shows nice age and patina. Perfect as a decorative object or catch-all.