Camel bone antique opium pot
This antique opium pot, handcrafted in Rajasthan, India, is typical of traditional crafts of the area. Made from camel bone, built around a wooden core, both elegant and functional, complete with a fitted lid. The pot is hand-painted in gold, red, and green in intricate patterns by skilled craftsmen. Historically, such pots were used for storing opium, reflecting the social customs of their time. The use of camel bone highlights resourceful craftsmanship, while the hand-painted motifs are characteristic of Rajasthan's unique historic artistry.
Date: Late 19th to early 20th century
Geography: India
Dimensions: Approx: 4cm H x 8cm W x 8cm D
Weight: 144g
Material: Camel bone and wood
Condition: Good - see photos
This item is a hand crafted there may be slight imperfections.
This antique opium pot, handcrafted in Rajasthan, India, is typical of traditional crafts of the area. Made from camel bone, built around a wooden core, both elegant and functional, complete with a fitted lid. The pot is hand-painted in gold, red, and green in intricate patterns by skilled craftsmen. Historically, such pots were used for storing opium, reflecting the social customs of their time. The use of camel bone highlights resourceful craftsmanship, while the hand-painted motifs are characteristic of Rajasthan's unique historic artistry.
Date: Late 19th to early 20th century
Geography: India
Dimensions: Approx: 4cm H x 8cm W x 8cm D
Weight: 144g
Material: Camel bone and wood
Condition: Good - see photos
This item is a hand crafted there may be slight imperfections.
This antique opium pot, handcrafted in Rajasthan, India, is typical of traditional crafts of the area. Made from camel bone, built around a wooden core, both elegant and functional, complete with a fitted lid. The pot is hand-painted in gold, red, and green in intricate patterns by skilled craftsmen. Historically, such pots were used for storing opium, reflecting the social customs of their time. The use of camel bone highlights resourceful craftsmanship, while the hand-painted motifs are characteristic of Rajasthan's unique historic artistry.
Date: Late 19th to early 20th century
Geography: India
Dimensions: Approx: 4cm H x 8cm W x 8cm D
Weight: 144g
Material: Camel bone and wood
Condition: Good - see photos
This item is a hand crafted there may be slight imperfections.