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Silver & Wood Aubergine-Form Kohl Container
India
early 20th century
length: 14.5cm
This very unusual kohl or kajal container is made of wood painted in polychrome, and then decorated with at least fifty
separate die-stamped silver plaques that show a couple in traditional costume, flowers, parrots and doves. The plaques are
secured to the container by tiny hand-cut silver nails.
It is in the shape of a local aubergine. The stem acts as a stopper and pulls out to reveal a hollowed interior.
Aubergines (brinjal) are native to southern India and Sri Lanka and are used extensively in the local cuisine for chutneys and
curries.
Inventory no.: 712
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Silver & Wood Aubergine-Form Kohl Container
India
early 20th century
length: 14.5cm
This very unusual kohl or kajal container is made of wood painted in polychrome, and then decorated with at least fifty
separate die-stamped silver plaques that show a couple in traditional costume, flowers, parrots and doves. The plaques are
secured to the container by tiny hand-cut silver nails.
It is in the shape of a local aubergine. The stem acts as a stopper and pulls out to reveal a hollowed interior.
Aubergines (brinjal) are native to southern India and Sri Lanka and are used extensively in the local cuisine for chutneys and
curries.
Inventory no.: 712
This Item is available - Ask about this item
