Beaded Indhoni Water Carrying Ring
Gujarat, Rajasthan, India
Early 20th century
Fabric, shells
D: 7.25 in x H: 3.25 in :: 18.4 cm x 8.3 cm
The Indhoni is a support used by women to stabilize water vessels carried on the head. This tribal example is composed of hand woven cloth and embellished with cowrie shells symbolizing fertility and prosperity.
Inventory # 104035
$850 Inquire