Indian Stone Peacock Turban Hanger - 19th Century Style - Fengweizun 'Phoenix Tail' Vases or almost black

or almost black

Boxes like this are very scarce these days as few have survived the harsh Indian climate

At almost 170cm tall

28 x 28 x 26 (wxdxh cms)

Indian Stone Peacock Turban Hanger - 19th Century Style - Fengweizun 'Phoenix Tail' Vases or almost blackThese stone turban hangers (called a khunti in Hindi) have been carved in the shape of a parrot. Originating in Dungarpur, theywould have been used daily for turbans or a clothes peg. They are often seen in palaces & houses of the wealthier classes, normally plastered into the wall. Further south in Dungarpur, other animals like horses and peacock designs are found. Option 1: W22 x D6 x H25 cm Option 2: W25 x D3. 5 x H17 cm Option 3: W21 x D4 x H12 cm