Kondh Dhokra Bronze Deer From Orissa - 19th Century Necklaces & Amulets is carefully handcrafted in the

is carefully handcrafted in the traditional style€”featuring scrolling floral vines and geometric borders that speak to the legacy of skilled Indian artisanship

5 x 42 x 82 (wxdxh cms)

Dimensions: W16 x D15 x H8 cm

These chests would have stored ammunition and the large handles served a functional purpose allowing the chests to be attached to cannons and artillery towed by horses and camels

each with its own lively combination of colours and patterns

Kondh Dhokra Bronze Deer From Orissa - 19th Century Necklaces & Amulets is carefully handcrafted in theThis charming votive deer statue is from the tribal area of Kandhamal, Orissa. These tribal statues were used as votives by Khond (also spelled Kondh or Gond) tribes like the Desia Kandha tribe. These statues date to the 19th century and would have been passed down through generations and worshipped to protect against the wild animals of the forest. It is likely this deer is the sambar deer, an animal unique to Orissa and the state animal of Orissa