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Antique India Patinated Brass Changalvetta Hindu Ritual Oil Lamp with Ladle

$395
£302
€347.84
CA$553.52
A$617.95
CHF 323.80
MX$7,564.30
NOK 4,112.21
SEK 3,877.29
DKK 2,595.98
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Add authentic antique character and charm, sophisticated cultural interest, elegant warmth and rich historical depth with this graceful South Indian patinated cast brass ritual oil lamp. This unique religious object, known as Changalvetta, was used for Hindu prayer (puja) rituals. Having an elongated sculptural vessel form, with central oil reservoir, a shallow yoni shaped burner at one end, and raised finial at the other end, bronze ladle spoon attached by chain, rising on flared pedestal circular foot. The top surface is decorated with incised geometric and floral motifs, with beautifully aged patina over the whole. India, 19th century or earlier PROVENANCE / ACQUISITION / REFERENCE: Property from an important California collection Acquired from the highly reputable auction house, Austin Auction Gallery, est.1983, Austin, Texas. 2024 Mid-Century, Antiques, Asian & More catalog Nearly identical lamp from Kerala in Sean Anderson, Flames of Devotion, Los Angeles, UCLA Fowler Museum of Cultural History, 2006, Plate 9, p.35. DIMENSIONS: (approx) 7" High, 15.75" Wide, 3.5" Deep *Additional photos available upon request CONDITION: A superb example, museum quality, in overall great original unrestored antique condition with nicely aged patina over the whole, desirable scattered verdigris and expected accretions. Wear consistent with age, use, handling and exposure. Presents splendidly
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40.01 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Bronze,Cast,Hand-Crafted,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1800s or earlier
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. A superb example, museum quality, in overall great original antique condition with nicely aged patina over the whole, desirable scattered verdigris and expected accretions. Wear consistent with age, use, handling and exposure. Presents splendidly.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977242483502

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