Bronze Dokra Kondh Fish From Orissa - Early 20th Century Material - Satin Wood it's central brass plate and

it's central brass plate and squared handles are indicative of this being an early piece

Elegant yet versatile

Carved Teak Tribal Panel From Orissa - 18thC

It is a very elegant shape with nicely carved detailing

kadais would have been set over open fires and tended for hours

Bronze Dokra Kondh Fish From Orissa - Early 20th Century Material - Satin Wood it's central brass plate andThis tribal brass cast fish would have been an important part of daily ritual for a Gond family. This casting is made in the classic Dokra style Dokra Damar tribes are the traditional metalsmiths of West Bengal. Their technique of lost wax casting is named after their tribe. The tribe can be found across India extending from Bihar to West Bengal and Orissa. Animal worship was incredibly important to the Gonds. Dokra also spelt Dhokra, is a brass or