Kondh Dhokra Bronze Deer From Orissa - 19th Century Origin - Miao Tribe 20–21 Sept 1985

20–21 Sept 1985

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Introducing this beautiful gothic cast iron garden plant stand

His wings represent the union of method and wisdom

Kondh Dhokra Bronze Deer From Orissa - 19th Century Origin - Miao Tribe 20–21 Sept 1985This charming votive deer statue is from the tribal area of Kandhamal, Orissa. These tribal statues were used as votives by Khond (also spelled Kondh or Gond) tribes like the Desia Kandha tribe. These statues date to the 19th century and would have been passed down through generations and worshipped to protect against the wild animals of the forest. It is likely this deer is the sambar deer, an animal unique to Orissa and the state animal of Orissa