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Decoration: Hand-inlaid brass wirework with geometric and stylised motifs
These were the stylish homes of the wealthy in Rajasthan
The word jali is often incorrectly conflated with jails to which there is no connection
Bikaner in Rajasthan is famous for its fine painting of both buildings and boxes
It is carved from a single piece of wood from the hollock tree (terminalia myriocarpa) also known as the East Indian almond tree
Soapstone Peacock Turban Hanger From Dungarpur - 19th Century Lembata Decoration: Hand-inlaid brass wirework withThis Indian soapstone turban hanger (called a khunti in Hindi) has been carved in the shape of a peacock. Originating in Dungarpur in the Banswara tribal area of Rajasthan, this would have been used daily for turbans or a clothes peg They are often seen in palaces & houses of the wealthier classes, normally plastered into the wall, other animals like horses and parrots are quite common too. A unique and quirky piece of social history. Dimensions: 21 x
