Soapstone Peacock Turban Hanger From Dungarpur - 19th Century Wool Painted Pichwai - Krishna &

Painted Pichwai - Krishna & Gopis From Nathdwara - Rajasthan

creating a refined decorative composition that contrasts beautifully against the lacquer surface

After the festival

It depicts Hayagriva with three faces

This sideboard is made from reclaimed teak wood salvaged from old buildings in Rajasthan and Gujarat

Soapstone Peacock Turban Hanger From Dungarpur - 19th Century Wool Painted Pichwai - Krishna &This Indian soapstone turban hanger (called a khunti in Hindi) has been carved in the shape of a peacock. Originating in Dungarpur in the Banswara tribal area of Rajasthan, this would have been used daily for turbans or a clothes peg They are often seen in palaces & houses of the wealthier classes, normally plastered into the wall, other animals like horses and parrots are quite common too. A unique and quirky piece of social history. Dimensions: 21 x