Carved Stone Lamp Niche From Dungarpur - 18thC Religious Item its elongated proportions make it

its elongated proportions make it especially suited to modern interiors as a console table or hallway piece

Our favourite feature is the fish roof tile seen on the left most panel of the triptych

The sanghati (the outer robe hanging from the shoulder) falls in folds from his left shoulder

the shawl drapes effortlessly and can be styled in a variety of ways throughout the seasons

together with the gently rounded legs and stretchers

Carved Stone Lamp Niche From Dungarpur - 18thC Religious Item its elongated proportions make itThese Indian lamp niches are hand carved from the local Dungarpur greenstone, they were normally used beside doorways with oil lamps or candles. These niches date to the 18th century and are from Dungarpur in Southern Rajasthan. Even without candles they look very decorative on a wall or to light a garden pathway at night. They can either be hung or embedded into a wall. Specifications: Suitable for indoor and outdoor use A strong hanger is attached.