Iron Grain Measure From Kerala - 19th Century Coat Hooks This exquisite 19th-century lacquer altar

This exquisite 19th-century lacquer altar table from Fujian is a masterwork of southern Chinese craftsmanship

Snow lions symbolised power

- Made from 100% cotton

Altar tables such as this would once have held offerings and joss sticks

207 x 44 x 97

Iron Grain Measure From Kerala - 19th Century Coat Hooks This exquisite 19th-century lacquer altarThis antique Indian grain measure dates to the 19th century. This style is most often from Rajasthan in Northern India and is constructed from roheda wood and iron. Grain measures like these were used in markets for measuring wheat, corn, rice, and pulses. In the old days, the Indian measures were Seers & Pattis. Pieces like this have been used every day, handed down generations by families in India, and developed a rich warm patina. These make