Iron & Jackfruit Wood Grain Measure From South India - 19thC Material - Pine (Reclaimed) Approximately 40 - 45 cms

Approximately 40 - 45 cms long

this candle holder will make an eye catching centrepiece on a table

Features: Parrot form

It is becoming increasingly difficult to find original pieces such as these

See the final photo for an original painting of how altar tables were used in traditional Chinese homes

Iron & Jackfruit Wood Grain Measure From South India - 19thC Material - Pine (Reclaimed) Approximately 40 - 45 cmsPractical and decorative, this grain measure is made from a solid piece of Jackfruit wood carved out by hand. The iron banding is hand forged & has tiny brass floral decorations 19thC from Kerala. Grain measures were used in markets for measuring, rice and pulses. In the old days the Indian measures were Pattis & Seers. Today this would make a fantastic plant pot or wastepaper bin. From India 28 x 28 x 28. 5 (wxdxh cms) UK Delivery Charge except