Carved Gangaur Doll From Banswara - 19th Century Garden also called Sheesham wood and

also called Sheesham wood and is painted in a flat beige colour

These were essentially giant rolling temples made form wood and pulled by teams of devotional worshipers often hundreds strong

Tadamitsu was clearly a master of his craft with his pieces fetching good prices at auction

Dimensions: W46 x D36 x H21 cm

arched lintel form

Carved Gangaur Doll From Banswara - 19th Century Garden also called Sheesham wood andThis carved teak wood doll from the Banswara district in Rajasthan has developed a wonderful patina over time. Banswara is widely populated by the Bhil ethnic group, the largest tribal group in India. The Bhil can be found across India and have a distinct style. This is a Gangaur doll given to young Bhil women during the Spring festival of Gangaur which celebrates marital happiness, during which young women pray to Gauri to find a good husband. The