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

where functionality and craftsmanship were closely intertwined

This pretty carved Indian mirror is made from an original Shekhawati roheda wood door frame

Once the metal was poured and cooled

This style of container was widely used across China and Japan

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.