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Old Ritual Water Vassel - KARUWA - XIX century - Nepal
Old Ritual Water Vassel - KARUWA - XIX century - Nepal
Old Ritual Water Vassel - KARUWA - XIX century - Nepal
Old Ritual Water Vassel - KARUWA - XIX century - Nepal
Old Ritual Water Vassel - KARUWA - XIX century - Nepal
Old Ritual Water Vassel - KARUWA - XIX century - Nepal

Old Ritual Water Vassel - KARUWA - XIX century - Nepal

$ 31.65

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    Description

    Old Ritual Water Vassel -
    KARUWA
    -
    Nepal
    19th century. Bronze. C
    m. 11,0 high x cm. 8,5 (4.33" x 3.34
    ”
    ) width; gr. 537,3 (18.95 oz.).
    A Karuwa represents an important vessel used in many Nepalese homes to collect and store water for cooking, drinking, washing, cleaning and performing religious cerimonies.
    The Karuwa is shaped like a pitcher with a spout that protrudes from the side to allow for easy pouring. Traditionally, the karuwa was use almost extensively by Newari families living in urban areas.
    For more information and similar examples, “Nepalese Casted Vessels, Decanters & Bowls”,
    by Matthew S. Friedman
    – Pilgrims Publishing Varanasi Kathmandu.