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Ritual Brass Tripod Stand
Northern India or Nepal
19th century

height: 15.7cm, length: 19.6cm

This tripod stand comprises three cast feline figures each mounted on open-work domed dais and supporting a ring surmounted by an open-work petal
border. Such stands were used to hold holy water containers (
lotas), conch shells and other items associated with Hindu ritual.

References: Zebrowski, M., Gold, Silver & Bronze from Mughal India, Alexandria Press, 1997.

Inventory no.: 808

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