Chip Carved Teak Puja Chowki From Kutch - 19th Century Chests The name kothla majus refers

The name kothla majus refers to this particular style which is most commonly found in the desert state of Gujarat in Northern India

This wonderfully decorative mirror is made from an old reclaimed teak window from a 19th century Indian building in Madhya Pradesh

a lac stick is pressed against the surface

this substantial bronze cauldron — known locally as an Urli (ഉരുളി) — reflects a long-standing culinary and cultural tradition

24 x x 10 x 36 (WxDxH cms)

Chip Carved Teak Puja Chowki From Kutch - 19th Century Chests The name kothla majus refersThis beautifully chip carved Indian panel is known locally as a chowki. It dates to the 19th century and has developed a beautiful patina through years of constant use. Chowkis are used in India by Hindus for placing gods and idols on and for daily prayer. This puja chowki (also spelled pooja chowki) is from Kutch in Western Gujarat. The carving heavily features a stylised lotus design found across Northern India, especially in Rajasthan & Gujarat.