Teak Turtle Parath Bowl From Rajasthan - 19th Century Origin - Czechoslovakia These mirrors would have been

These mirrors would have been commissioned for wealthy merchants in Gujarat & Rajasthan in India

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while the gentle wear

Ideal for use beneath a TV or sound system

the bench was built for practical use in a warm climate

Teak Turtle Parath Bowl From Rajasthan - 19th Century Origin - Czechoslovakia These mirrors would have beenThis charming hand carved teak bowl, known as a parath, was traditionally used across India for mixing chapatti and paratha dough. Sculpted from a single block of teak, it takes a distinctive turtle form with gently curved sides and a smooth, worked interior. The rich patina and tool marks speak to generations of use, while the turtle shapeoften associated with longevity and stabilityadds symbolic character to this practical 19th century domestic