Indian Turtle Parath Bowl From Rajasthan - 19th Century Chest the doors are decorated with

the doors are decorated with butterflies

In the early 19th century the firm produced the Turkey Red dyed cloth used by the British Army redcoats

Originally mukhalingas were carved lingam

the bowl now makes a perfect bird bath

The reverse of these covers is usually plain

Indian Turtle Parath Bowl From Rajasthan - 19th Century Chest the doors are decorated withThis charming hand carved teak bowl, known as a parath, was traditionally used across India for mixing chapatti and paratha dough. Sculpted from a single block of teak, it takes a distinctive turtle form with gently curved sides and a smooth, worked interior. The rich patina and tool marks speak to generations of use, while the turtle shapeoften associated with longevity and stabilityadds symbolic character to this practical 19th century domestic