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Antique Nepalese Butter Churn Handle. Known as a Ghurra, individually carved from a single piece of wood having different forms, a circle, a stem and a five pronged block. The stem has a supplementary pattern of carved scallops and the block with a cruciform blossom deeply carved into each of the four sides. Rich patina from years of use. Mounted on a contemporary black metal stand.
One of the prongs missing, signs of wear and use, otherwise good condition.
8.5 in. high x 2.75 in. wide x 2.25 in. deep overall. (210 x 70 x 58 mm).
11 oz. (319g.)
19th century.
Provenance:
Barbara Harris, New York
Ghurra is a churning rod holder in the assembly for churning milk into butter. The utensil harkens back to the Hindu creation myth of churning the sea of milk by the gods and demons, emblematic of the endless struggle of good and evil. Their individuality and principal of form evoke special spiritual significance to the mountain people of Nepal.
- Dimensions:Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Width: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. One of the prongs missing, signs of wear and use, otherwise good condition.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
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