Indian Vintage Limed Wood Grain Measure Finish - Black Lacquer Like many things in India

Like many things in India these knife sheaths were made for a practical purpose - for cutting grass in the Terai - beautifully carved from teak by Nepalese craft-men in the Terai - 19th century - Seldom used in these times of modern tools

with its rich patina and finely carved details

often accompanying brides into marriage as symbols of prosperity and domestic security

Dimensions: W28 x D28 x H57 cm

This door had been repainted with modern cream paint and it wasn't until we stripped it off that we found this incredible painting underneath

Indian Vintage Limed Wood Grain Measure Finish - Black Lacquer Like many things in IndiaOriginally used as a grain measure, this beautifully turned wooden vessel was once an everyday utilitarian object found in Indian homes and marketplaces. Hand turned from a single piece of hardwood, its simple cylindrical form is enhanced by subtle incised bands and a wonderfully weathered limed surface, created through decades of use and handling. The soft white patina contrasts beautifully with the warm natural tones of the wood beneath,