Old Indian Lassi Cup - Ca 1920's Famille-Rose Porcelain this example is both practical

this example is both practical and beautifully crafted

A stylised divine face appears at the centre of the wheel

36 x 36 x 40 (wxdxh cms)

This bijou chest has delightfully delicate old lacquered feet

fine patina developed over time

Old Indian Lassi Cup - Ca 1920's Famille-Rose Porcelain this example is both practicalThis old Indian lassi cup is from North India and is made from nickel plated brass. Each one has its own hand etched designs. It dates to the early 20th century, circa 1920. Lassi is a delicious Indian & Pakistani drink made from yogurt. It can be drunk both sweet (meethi lassi) and salty (namkeen lassi) and is most often flavoured with mango or herbs and spices like fennel. Occasionally lassi is laced with bhang (hashish) especially at the Spring