A finely carved lidded vessel crafted from dark black schist. The lid features overlapping, stylized lotus leaves arranged radially around a raised central finial. The leaves are rendered in relief and articulated with incised lines, creating a layered floral effect. The rounded finial is ornamented with closely spaced carved lotus-petal motifs.
The upper and lower sections of the vessel are similarly decorated with lotus leaves. Radiating groups of leaves extend downward from the shoulder and continue around the rounded body, forming overlapping layers. Deeply carved contours and incised details define the individual leaves and lend the surface a richly textured ornamental quality.
The vessel has a compact, rounded form with a slightly flattened base. The consistent application of lotus-leaf motifs across both the lid and body establishes a cohesive decorative scheme. The dark schist, combined with the finely executed floral ornamentation, gives the object a distinctive character and may suggest a ritual or ceremonial function
