Tribal Silver Amulet From Rajasthan - Vishnu Feet Style:Style 2 Features: Ming-style design

Features: Ming-style design

87 x 60 x 65 (wxdxh cms)

Thes Anglo-Indian Military chests were originally used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their kit and personal possessions whilst on tour

This old Indian brass box is from the Dhokra tribal area of Orissa

Each caddy is made from solid brass with a hinged lid and clasp fastening

Tribal Silver Amulet From Rajasthan - Vishnu Feet Style:Style 2 Features: Ming-style designThese old Indian silver amulets depict the divine footprints of Lord Vishnu beneath an umbrella and date to the early 20th century, circa 1900. This design is also called Vishnupada (Vishnu divine footprints) and symbolises devotion, grace and the pursuit of a divine connection. Amulets like these were found in Rajasthan and acted as protection charms. Silver was considered a noble and pure metal without impurity. These amulets are worn till this day