Dhokra Bronze Kondh Deer From Orissa - 19th Century Round Mirrors They also doubled as tables

They also doubled as tables for calligraphy

18 x 18 x 27 (wxdxh cms)

Campaign chests were constructed from teak

time-softened patina that speaks to its architectural past

Orange: 28 x 3 x 38 (wxdxh cms)

Dhokra Bronze Kondh Deer From Orissa - 19th Century Round Mirrors They also doubled as tablesThis charming votive deer statue is from the tribal area of Kandhamal, Orissa. These tribal statues were used as votives by Khond (also spelled Kondh or Gond) tribes like the Desia Kandha tribe. These statues date to the 19th century and would have been passed down through generations and worshipped to protect against the wild animals of the forest. It is likely this deer is the sambar deer, an animal unique to Orissa and the state animal of Orissa