Chip Carved Teak Puja Chowki From Kutch - 19th Century Chests 5 x 32 (wxdxh cms)Print:

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a lac stick is pressed against the surface

the sacred bull traditionally associated with Lord Shiva

this substantial bronze cauldron — known locally as an Urli (ഉരുളി) — reflects a long-standing culinary and cultural tradition

This wonderfully decorative mirror is made from an old reclaimed teak window from a 19th century Indian building in Madhya Pradesh

Chip Carved Teak Puja Chowki From Kutch - 19th Century Chests 5 x 32 (wxdxh cms)Print:This beautifully chip carved Indian panel is known locally as a chowki. It dates to the 19th century and has developed a beautiful patina through years of constant use. Chowkis are used in India by Hindus for placing gods and idols on and for daily prayer. This puja chowki (also spelled pooja chowki) is from Kutch in Western Gujarat. The carving heavily features a stylised lotus design found across Northern India, especially in Rajasthan & Gujarat.