Horse Khunti Turban Hanger - 19th Century Toys The design is often repeating

The design is often repeating and consists of geometric shapes with complex borders

The wooden wheels

age-related wear to antique carvings consistent with their history

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Brass Cow From Orissa - ca 50 yrs old - Dokra Work

Horse Khunti Turban Hanger - 19th Century Toys The design is often repeatingThis Indian teak turban hanger (called a khunti in Hindi) has been carved in the shape of a horse. 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 peacocks and parrots are quite common too. A unique and quirky piece of social history, a decorative