Dahi Wada Sweet Mould From Mahrasthra - 19th Century Finish - Blue Lacquer Shiva can be seen standing

Shiva can be seen standing atop the demon Apasmāra (or Muyalaka)

aged patina speak to decades of handling and use

The pot is fully weatherproof

Origin: Kathmandu

Dahi Wada Sweet Mould From Mahrasthra - 19th Century Finish - Blue Lacquer Shiva can be seen standingLike many things in India these were made for a practical purpose. Beautifully carved from teak by Maharathi craftsmen in the 19th Century. Seldom used in Indian kitchens in these times of modern materials, the Dahi Wada were used in the old days during festival times as sweet moulds. A perfect gift for a collector of village art, each one is unique. They look wonderful displayed in a group on a wall or table. Dimensions: 21. 5 x 12 x 3. 5 (wxdxh cms)