Indian Turtle Parath Bowl From Rajasthan - 19th Century Origin - Miao Tribe the pinnacle of Chinese craftsmanship

the pinnacle of Chinese craftsmanship

Orissa region)

chapati boxes make wonderful decorative objects as well as practical storage containers

Weight: 21

Indian Turtle Parath Bowl From Rajasthan - 19th Century Origin - Miao Tribe the pinnacle of Chinese craftsmanshipThis charming hand carved teak bowl, known as a parath, was traditionally used across India for mixing chapatti and paratha dough. Sculpted from a single block of teak, it takes a distinctive turtle form with gently curved sides and a smooth, worked interior. The rich patina and tool marks speak to generations of use, while the turtle shapeoften associated with longevity and stabilityadds symbolic character to this practical 19th century domestic