Vintage Wooden Grain Measure From South India - Ca 1990 Period - Shōwa 97 x 79 x 51

97 x 79 x 51 (wxdxh cms)

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Suitable For Indoor And Outdoor Use

26 x 26 x 40 (wxdxh cms)

Vintage Wooden Grain Measure From South India - Ca 1990 Period - Shōwa 97 x 79 x 51This vintage South Indian grain measure, crafted from jackfruit wood, has been beautifully upcycled with ornate brass embellishments. Traditionally, such vessels were used in village markets to measure wheat, rice, corn, and pulses. In earlier times, Indian grain was measured using traditional units known as seers and pattis. The piece is decorated with brass floral motifs and borders, transforming this once utilitarian market tool into a striking