Old Indian Original Kadai Fire Bowl | Indigo Antiques
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Old Kadai Fire Bowl From Rajasthan - Ca 1920 Inc Stand & Grill

SKU A02691 · Circa 1920, from North India
Dimensions W86 × D86 × H62 cm
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These authentic Indian kadai fire bowls date to the 1920s and have been hand-selected in Rajasthan, each one carrying the character and history of its former life. Traditionally crafted by the Gaduliya Lohar—nomadic blacksmiths renowned for their metalworking skills—these pieces are formed from repurposed iron, giving each bowl a distinctive patchwork surface and rich, time-worn patina. The hammered and riveted construction reflects centuries-old techniques, resulting in a form that is both robust and visually striking.

Originally used as large cooking vessels for festivals and communal gatherings, kadais would have been set over open fires and tended for hours. Today, they have found new life as atmospheric fire bowls, equally suited to warming outdoor spaces or serving as a rustic grill. Mounted on a simple iron stand and complete with a removable grill top, this example is as practical as it is decorative—perfect for garden entertaining or as a sculptural planter when not in use.

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