Reproduction Lacquer Pot From Rajasthan Soft Furnishing Bengali Kantha Throw - Circa

Bengali Kantha Throw - Circa 40 - 60 Yrs OldKantha is a centuries-old tradition of stitching patchwork cloth from rags by thrifty rural women

Fashioned in the traditional two-tone Ganga-Jumna style

5 x D2 x H30

every elephant has a distressed paint finish - These cute Ele's would make great gifts and are available in two colours

5 x 5 x 7 (wxdxh cms) approx

Reproduction Lacquer Pot From Rajasthan Soft Furnishing Bengali Kantha Throw - CircaLacquer boxes have become rare in India and are excellent collector's pieces. Lacquering is done by the craftsman on a hand powered lathe. The wooden pot is spun and a lac stick is pressed against the pot. As the pot spins friction softens the lac which coats the surface of the wood. Quite intricate designs can be created by the craftsman using different techniques. Dimensions: 9. 5 x 9. 5 x 22 (wxdxh cms) From India UK Delivery Charge except