Domed spotted Lacquer Pot From Barmer - 19th Century Jali Panel 15 x 15 x 39

15 x 15 x 39 cms

The quality of the work is reflected in the price

5 x H18 cm

The lock plate is shaped in an eyo-kurigata motif

Domed spotted Lacquer Pot From Barmer - 19th Century Jali Panel 15 x 15 x 39This 19th century spotted lacquer pot from Barmer, on the Rajasthan Sindh border, is a fine example of traditional Indian lacquerware. The lively mottled red orange surface was created through the application of coloured lac on a hand turned lathe, a process requiring both precision and artistry. Patterns were then incised through the upper layers to reveal colours beneath, producing the distinctive two tone scratchwork effect. Lacquer pots such as