Old 3 Way Stone Lamp Niche From Jaisalmer - 19th Century Origin - Cambodia natural fissures

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A similar example can be seen in "Folk Art & Culture of Gujarat: A Guide to the Collection of the Shreyas Folk Museum of Gujarat" by Jyotindra Jain - figure 198

A resonant Rajasthani silver plaque amulet uniting Ganesh and Lakshmi in a finely worked symbol of protection and prosperity

however in the 18th century

Bussabarger & Betty Dashew Robins and 'India - Village

Old 3 Way Stone Lamp Niche From Jaisalmer - 19th Century Origin - Cambodia natural fissuresThis finely carved sandstone lamp niche comes from Jaisalmer, a historic desert city renowned for its golden yellow stone architecture. Dating to the 19th century, this example features three arched recesses framed by a decorative floral and geometric border. These niches were traditionally built into the walls of havelis and temples, positioned beside doorways to hold small oil lamps or candles that illuminated entrances at night. Carved from the