Kondh Dhokra Bronze Deer From Orissa - 19th Century Necklaces & Amulets each with its own lively

each with its own lively combination of colours and patterns

Opium consumption in Rajasthan would have been commonplace amongst wealthier Rajasthanis and these pots would have been used in conjunction with opium kharals for grinding opium before mixing with water

Dimensions: W16 x D15 x H8 cm

These chests would have stored ammunition and the large handles served a functional purpose allowing the chests to be attached to cannons and artillery towed by horses and camels

15 x 5 x 8

Kondh Dhokra Bronze Deer From Orissa - 19th Century Necklaces & Amulets each with its own livelyThis charming votive deer statue is from the tribal area of Kandhamal, Orissa. These tribal statues were used as votives by Khond (also spelled Kondh or Gond) tribes like the Desia Kandha tribe. These statues date to the 19th century and would have been passed down through generations and worshipped to protect against the wild animals of the forest. It is likely this deer is the sambar deer, an animal unique to Orissa and the state animal of Orissa