Brass Kondh Dhokra Tribal Peacock - 19th Century Dhokra Work Condition: Excellent antique condition with

Condition: Excellent antique condition with surface wear consistent with age

The spacious interior includes a traditional candle box with hidden compartment and retains its original support chain to prevent strain on the hinges when opened

Traditionally used for storing dry goods such as rice

being used to display a deity

100 x 34 x 122 (wxdxh cms)

Brass Kondh Dhokra Tribal Peacock - 19th Century Dhokra Work Condition: Excellent antique condition withThis tribal Indian brass cast Kondh peacock is an original piece dating to the 19th Century. Peacocks were important in Kondh tribal culture due to their totemic significance. They were buried at the shrine of Zakari Pennu near the post of human sacrifice. These statues are from Kandhamal in Orissa (modern day Odisha). Kondh warriors wore peacock feathers in their hair. This casting is made using the traditional Dokra technique. Dokra Damar tribes are