Iron Bound Grain Measure From Rajasthan - 19th Century Material - Copper It comes from Gujarat

It comes from Gujarat

In Orissa the Ratha Yatra carry an image of Krishna known locally as Lord Jaganath

creating a refined decorative composition that contrasts beautifully against the lacquer surface

Made in small workshops by hand by very skilled artisans in Rajasthan

Iron Bound Grain Measure From Rajasthan - 19th Century Material - Copper It comes from GujaratThis antique Indian grain measure dates to the 19th century. This style is most often from Rajasthan in Northern India and is constructed from roheda wood and iron. Grain measures like these were used in markets for measuring wheat, corn, rice, and pulses. In the old days, the Indian measures were Seers &Pattis. Pieces like this have been used every day, handed down generations by families in India, and developed a rich warm patina. These make