Stone Lamp Niche From Jaisalmer On Stand - 19th Century Material Cardboard This particular measure has symbols

This particular measure has symbols etched into the wood

Red elm (also known as 'zelkova' or 'southern elm') is considered a superior wood to yumu

Molten brass or bronze is then poured into the mould

A superb 19th century Anglo-Indian military chest

Stone Lamp Niche From Jaisalmer On Stand - 19th Century Material Cardboard This particular measure has symbolsHand carved from the warm golden sandstone of Jaisalmer, this 19th century three way lamp niche would originally have been set beside a doorway, holding small oil lamps or candles to illuminate entrances at dusk. Such niches are characteristic of the desert architecture of Northern Rajasthan, where the honey toned stone of Jaisalmer lends both strength and beauty to faades. This example features three slender arched openings divided by simple carved