Ghurra
Népal
Vendu
700 €
Taille
H: 42,5 cm
H: 16.7 inch
Description
wood, blackish brown patina, encrusted with clay, ring-shaped element, elaborate carved with a squatting janus figure with temple-shaped crest, decorated with notched ornaments and floral patterns, cord material, slightly dam., on plate;
serving the simple function of holding the churn handle upright while butter was being made, these carved household objects from Nepal have evolved into a unique design and aesthetic with religious overtones.