Set Of 3 Brass Measures From Bombay Pillars Objects such as this were

Objects such as this were traditionally used to measure and dispense grains

loop handles for carrying

5 x 8 x 117 (wxdxh cms)

the carpentry is excellent and although it is lightweight

and traces of this original lacquer can still be seen on this example

Set Of 3 Brass Measures From Bombay Pillars Objects such as this wereMeasures like these were used in markets for measuring wheat, corn, rice, and pulses. In the old days, the Indian measures were Seers & Pattis. These pieces are marked as property of NGD Association from Bombay. Pieces like this have been used every day, handed down generations by families in India, and develop a rich warm patina. While these can still be used today for measuring, they could also be used as pen pots, planters and much more. This set