This antique massage egg, 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. The massage egg 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: 11cm L 7cm W 7cm D
Weight: 252g
Material: bone and wood
Condition: is good see photos
This item is a hand crafted there may be slight imperfections.
This antique massage egg, 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. The massage egg 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: 11cm L 7cm W 7cm D
Weight: 252g
Material: bone and wood
Condition: is good see photos
This item is a hand crafted there may be slight imperfections.
