Iron Bound Elm Dou Rice Measure - Ca 1910 Hundi Hanging Lamps its very well constructed and

its very well constructed and was probably owed by a wealthy trader

making it a perfect piece of art for your coastal-inspired décor

These offerings were given to the presiding lama

The posts which frame the door are classicly found only in the town of Nagaur and the surrounding area

Iron Bound Elm Dou Rice Measure - Ca 1910 Hundi Hanging Lamps its very well constructed andThis antique iron bound Chinese grain measure dates to circa 1910 and is called a rice dou. Better quality ones like this one are made from elm wood. This one is lovely because it has markings on the side and a beautiful patina from daily use. In the past, grain measures were commonly used in markets to measure rice. Today, it can serve many useful purposes, such as a wastepaper bin or a plant holder.