Brass Lotus Incense Burner from South India - 19thC Period - Early 20th Century This carved antique Indian box

This carved antique Indian box was used to store vibhuti and is decorated with nandi bulls at each corner

Bulb: B22 bayonet fitting (max 60w) not included (available with £5 surcharge)

Framed Indian Photo- Residents and Visitors in Hyderabad - Copy of Original Plate - Supplied in Matt Black Wooden Frame

Antique Teak Parath Bowl Carved In The Form Of A Turtle 19th Century

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Brass Lotus Incense Burner from South India - 19thC Period - Early 20th Century This carved antique Indian boxAn excellent example of an Indian brass lotus bud incense burner which dates to the 19th century. The burner sits atop a yali lion. Yali lions featured prominently in South India and were protectors of temples. The yali lion stands poised to pounce atop a lotus throne riding a turtle. The lotus operates on a screw can be turned to open or close the lamp as shown in photos. This simple mechanism shows off the beautiful blossoming the lotus flower is so