A typical Batak pouring vessel, kendi, is spherical in shape with one or more rounded spouts. Kendi were produced and traded throughout Southeast Asia. This kendi was made in North Sumatra. Beautiful patina of the old brass and wood, not often seen in europe.... in the the metropolitan museum in new york there is a similar piece in the collection but they call it a guri-guri a container of magical substances.... I think it's a kendi but .... provenance: antique dealer in Jogja dimensions: 25x15x15cm on custom made stand (included) 35cm high