Vajri - Bronze - India - late 19th - early 20th century

Vajri, made of bronze and decorated with the figure of a dromedary. The figure features a hump, harness, and incised details, and sits on a rectangular pierced base with geometric decoration. The underside has a relief-grid surface, traditionally used to rub and clean the soles of the feet. This type of utensil was part of traditional personal grooming objects in India, often decorated with representations of animals. Provenance: Antique private collection from Baden-Württemberg, Germany, acquired before 1977. Origin: India Period: 19th century – early 20th century Material: Bronze Dimensions: 9 × 9 × 4 cm Weight: 230 g It will be shipped with professional packaging and a tracking code.

Estimate:£125.63

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