Carved Stone Lamp Niche From Dungarpur - 18th Century Stools & Benches Our restoration team has carefully

Our restoration team has carefully removed this build-up using conservation techniques that preserve the original painted decoration

Decoratively carved supports in the shape of women meet the bottom of the pillars where the shelf is located

it was originally black lacquered

creating an authentic patina that speaks to decades of practical use

The bell is surmounted by a finely cast devotional figure seated in prayer

Carved Stone Lamp Niche From Dungarpur - 18th Century Stools & Benches Our restoration team has carefullyThese Indian lamp niches are hand carved from the local Dungarpur greenstone, they were normally used beside doorways with oil lamps or candles. These niches date to the 18th century and are from Dungarpur in Southern Rajasthan. Even without candles they look very decorative on a wall or to light a garden pathway at night. They can also be hung or embedded into a wall. Specifications: Suitable for indoor and outdoor use