Teak Okli Mortar From Rajasthan - 19th Century Small Boxes In recognition of this extraordinary

In recognition of this extraordinary legacy

offering a glimpse into the rituals of personal grooming and fragrance use in historic India

Available in two colours

The frame is painted rich and deep black and hints of older layers of paint can be seen on the kickboard

Teak Okli Mortar From Rajasthan - 19th Century Small Boxes In recognition of this extraordinaryThis antique teak okli mortar from Rajasthan dates to the 19th century and was traditionally used for grinding spices, herbs, and grains in Indian kitchens. Carved from a single solid block of teak, the mortar has a pleasing cylindrical form with a subtly stepped base and thick rim designed to withstand years of daily pounding with a wooden pestle. The exterior still retains traces of its original hand painted decoration, with bands of deep red and