Name: Stone Peacock Khunti Turban Hanger From Dungarpur - 19th Century
Brand: Indigo Antiques
SKU: A02559
Price: 165.0 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

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Antique Stone Khunti Parrot Turban Hanger | Indigo Antiques

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SKU: A02559 19th Century, from North India

Dimensions:: W26 x D3.5 x H15
Quality:: Every piece restored & checked in UK

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This Indian soapstone turban hanger (called a khunti in Hindi) has been carved in the shape of a peacock. Originating in Dungarpur in the Banswara tribal area of Rajasthan, this would 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, other animals like horses and parrots are quite common too.

A unique and quirky piece of social history, a decorative conversation piece.

From India

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