Carved Stone Lamp Niche From Dungarpur - 18th Century Origin - Japan The art of Bandhani is

The art of Bandhani is highly skilled

the design is both light and balanced while remaining sturdy and functional

41 x 41 x 19 (w x d x h cms)

Dating from the 18th century is painted in the Jangali  Sunthari style

finished in layers of lacquer typical of the region

Carved Stone Lamp Niche From Dungarpur - 18th Century Origin - Japan The art of Bandhani isThese Indian lamp niches are hand carved from the local Dungarpur greenstone, they were normally used beside doorways with oil lamps or candles. These niches date to the 18th century and are from Dungarpur in Southern Rajasthan. Even without candles they look very decorative on a wall or to light a garden pathway at night. They can also be hung or embedded into a wall. Specifications: Suitable for indoor and outdoor use