Teak & Iron Grain Measure From Rajasthan - 19th Century Material - Papier Mache 24 x 12 x 21

24 x 12 x 21 (wxdxh cms)

This Indian turban hanger (called a khunti in Hindi) has been carved in the shape of a horse and is stylistically from Southern Rajasthan

Ganesh has an elephantine countenance with a curved trunk and big ears and the huge pot-bellied body of a human being

This bowl is made from teak wood and is from Rajasthan

Teak & Iron Grain Measure From Rajasthan - 19th Century Material - Papier Mache 24 x 12 x 21This antique Indian grain measure dates to the 19th century. This style is most often from Rajasthan in Northern India and is constructed from roheda wood and iron. Grain measures like these were used in markets for measuring wheat, corn, rice, and pulses. In the old days, the Indian measures were Seers &Pattis. Pieces like this have been used every day, handed down generations by families in India, and developed a rich warm patina. These make