Bronze Dhokra Kondh Deer From Orissa - 19th Century Dowry Chest 5 x40 cms (w x

5 x40 cms (w x d x h)

This kang table is from Shanxi province and dates from the late 19th century

Sliding Entrance Hatch

This chair is an antique piece with later intricate bone inlay work in traditional style

bedrooms or above a console table

Bronze Dhokra Kondh Deer From Orissa - 19th Century Dowry Chest 5 x40 cms (w xThis 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