Iron Grain Measure From Kerala - 19th Century Coat Hooks Snow lions symbolised power

Snow lions symbolised power

Sealed with a clear matt sealer to protect it from major spills

14 x 14 x29

individually hand thrown and hand painted using traditional techniques

Iron Grain Measure From Kerala - 19th Century Coat Hooks Snow lions symbolised powerThis 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