Iron Lota From The Punjab - 19th Century Opera Chests Although most are watertight

Although most are watertight

Dimensions: W124 x D7 x H195 cm

Constructed from solid teak

Authentic examples of this calibre are becoming increasingly difficult to find

The mould is then dried and fired in an oven with cow-dung cakes

Iron Lota From The Punjab - 19th Century Opera Chests Although most are watertightThis iron Indian pot has timeless craftsmanship and is called a lota. The Indian lota, water pot was historically the most important piece of equipment for each household throughout India. Lotas are the familys water pots and have been used for many generations to collect water from the rivers or village wells . These pots are most iconically known for being balanced very elegantly on the heads of mostly women, or sometimes children. Its one of their