South Indian Grain Measure From Kerala - 19th Century Ancestor Figures bleached finish highlighting natural grain

bleached finish highlighting natural grain

Black Lacquered Elm Cabinet dramatic original painting of flowers and a phoenix from Shanxi Province - 19thC

Weight: 36g

Finish: Traces of original lacquer and painted decoration

Year of the Rabbit

South Indian Grain Measure From Kerala - 19th Century Ancestor Figures bleached finish highlighting natural grainThis 19th century grain measure from Kerala would have been used in village markets to portion out staples such as rice, wheat, corn, and pulses. Before the adoption of the metric system, traditional Indian measures like seers and pattis were widely used, and vessels like this ensured consistency and fairness in trade. Constructed from solid wood and bound with heavy forged iron straps, the cylindrical container is reinforced with riveted bands and