Iron Lota From The Punjab - 19th Century Style - Tianqiuping 'Bottle' Vases the main feature is a

the main feature is a pair of confronting dragons with lashing tongues clasping jewels in their claws

5 x 15 x 12 (wxdxh cms)

This Tibetan storage chest is painted with a triple medallion scheme on a rich red ground

the resonant tone of the bell is believed to purify the surrounding space and focus the mind during devotional practice

Much of this has worn away but traces still remain on the legs

Iron Lota From The Punjab - 19th Century Style - Tianqiuping 'Bottle' Vases the main feature is aThis iron Indian pot has timeless craftsmanship and is called a lota. The Indian lota, water pot was historically the most important piece of equipment for each household throughout India. Lotas are the familys water pots and have been used for many generations to collect water from the rivers or village wells . These pots are most iconically known for being balanced very elegantly on the heads of mostly women, or sometimes children. Its one of their