Carved Stone Water Pot Stand (Parinda) - 19th Century Choksars now softly weathered and worn

now softly weathered and worn through decades of use

Small variance in black content of eyes

It was made in Canton for export to wealthy members of the British Georgian & American upper class

it is a fine example of the longevity of traditional crafts

38 x 38 x 62 (wxdxh cms)

Carved Stone Water Pot Stand (Parinda) - 19th Century Choksars now softly weathered and wornThis graceful Indian stone structure is a Indian water pot stand known locally in Gujarat as a parinda and dates to the 19th century. These water pot stands would have been a focal point in any village or town. The design is such that any condensation on the clay pots drains onto a drip tray and through a spout at the front. Indian parindas really spice up an English garden and are great pot stands for planters. This piece has beautiful Mughal