Indian Stone Peacock Turban Hanger - 19th Century
These stone turban hangers (called a khunti in Hindi) have been carved in the shape of a parrot.
Originating in Dungarpur, theywould 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. Further south in Dungarpur, other animals like horses and peacock designs are found.
Option 1: W22 x D6 x H25 cm
Option 2: W25 x D3.5 x H17 cm
Option 3: W21 x D4 x H12 cm
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Indian Stone Peacock Turban Hanger - 19th Century
Indian Stone Peacock Turban Hanger - 19th Century
These stone turban hangers (called a khunti in Hindi) have been carved in the shape of a parrot.
Originating in Dungarpur, theywould 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. Further south in Dungarpur, other animals like horses and peacock designs are found.
Option 1: W22 x D6 x H25 cm
Option 2: W25 x D3.5 x H17 cm
Option 3: W21 x D4 x H12 cm
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These stone turban hangers (called a khunti in Hindi) have been carved in the shape of a parrot.
Originating in Dungarpur, theywould 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. Further south in Dungarpur, other animals like horses and peacock designs are found.
Option 1: W22 x D6 x H25 cm
Option 2: W25 x D3.5 x H17 cm
Option 3: W21 x D4 x H12 cm
