Brass Kondh Dhokra Tribal Peacock - 19th Century Material - Neem Wood 130 x 14 x 50

130 x 14 x 50 (wxdxh cms)

but also work as a decorative piece

this charming basket is ideal for storing keepsakes

Features: Chinoiserie decoration with landscapes and figures

Brass Kondh Dhokra Tribal Peacock - 19th Century Material - Neem Wood 130 x 14 x 50This tribal Indian brass cast Kondh peacock is an original piece dating to the 19th Century. Peacocks were important in Kondh tribal culture due to their totemic significance. They were buried at the shrine of Zakari Pennu near the post of human sacrifice. These statues are from Kandhamal in Orissa (modern day Odisha). Kondh warriors wore peacock feathers in their hair. This casting is made using the traditional Dokra technique. Dokra Damar tribes are