Tribal Silver Indian Amulet from Rajasthan - 19th Century Material - Mulberry Wood flowers and men riding horses

flowers and men riding horses

Features: Original blue painted finish

a scholar’s rock associated with contemplation

This teak panel was most likely part of a grand building in Gujarat

Tribal Silver Indian Amulet from Rajasthan - 19th Century Material - Mulberry Wood flowers and men riding horsesA Rajasthani tribal silver amulet depicting the ghost king hero Bhumiya Raj. Bhumiya Raj was the tribal chief who died defending the village. Every village would have its own Bhumiya Raj and it is believed that he rides around the villages at night dispelling evil spirits. The single eyelet at the top allows for suspension via a cord or chain. These traditional tribal silver amulets come from Rajasthan and are made using the repousse technique