Indian Vintage Limed Wood Grain Measure Origin - Laos a hardwood that is termite

a hardwood that is termite proof and resistant to fungus

This tansu is made in the traditional way and would have been crafted by two specialists

This has the original painting

76 x 7 x 161 (wxdxh cms)

Indian Vintage Limed Wood Grain Measure Origin - Laos a hardwood that is termiteOriginally used as a grain measure, this beautifully turned wooden vessel was once an everyday utilitarian object found in Indian homes and marketplaces. Hand turned from a single piece of hardwood, its simple cylindrical form is enhanced by subtle incised bands and a wonderfully weathered limed surface, created through decades of use and handling. The soft white patina contrasts beautifully with the warm natural tones of the wood beneath,