Grain Mortar from the Himalayas - 19thC Damchiya Sideboards it bears traces of its

it bears traces of its original paintwork

it was originally used as a rice or grain grinding mill in rural Rajasthan or Gujarat

83 x 157 cms

Known in Rajasthan as a Gangaur Figure

Grain Mortar from the Himalayas - 19thC Damchiya Sideboards it bears traces of itsThis Jackfruit mortar comes from the Kulu valley in Himachal Pradesh it was used for pounding millet the staple food of the region. It is carved from a single piece of timber. Pased down the family from one generation to another, now beautifully patinated by years of continual use. It is supplied with a 6mm toughened glass top and makes a very useful side table. From from Northern India. 45 x 45 x 58 (wxdxh cms) UK Delivery Charge except Highlands &