Iron & Brass South Indian Grain Measure - 19th Century Material - Burr Elm It has beautifully carved horse

It has beautifully carved horse finials on the top corners - signifying wealth

Dating to around 100 years old

equally suited as garden gates

Each example was made entirely by hand

yet another suggestion that this piece dates to the 18th century or older

Iron & Brass South Indian Grain Measure - 19th Century Material - Burr Elm It has beautifully carved horseThis antique Indian grain measure dates to the 19th century. This style is most often from Kerala in South India and is constructed from iron. Grain measures like these were used in markets for measuring wheat, corn, rice, and pulses. In the old days, the Indian measures were Seers & Pattis. Pieces like this have been used every day, handed down generations by families in India, and developed a rich warm patina. These make fabulous planters,