Stone Shiva Lingam on Iron Stand - Ca 1900's Jewellery Boxes where functionality and craftsmanship were

where functionality and craftsmanship were closely intertwined

surface marks and patina consistent with over 200 years of use

Because of their bijou nature

Octagonal Rosewood Table with Bone Inlay Work - from the Punjab - Top comes off & base folds - Good quality reproduction

Once the metal was poured and cooled

Stone Shiva Lingam on Iron Stand - Ca 1900's Jewellery Boxes where functionality and craftsmanship wereShiva Lingams are worshipped in Indian temples and are a symbol of the Hindu god Shiva. These Shiva Lingams come from the Narmada River and are polished and reshaped to a perfect oval shape. The naturally smooth egg shaped stones are also known as Banas. They are regarded as very auspicious by followers of Lord Shiva.