This Indian soapstone turban hanger (called a khunti in Hindi) has been carved in the shape of a peacock.

Originating in Dungapur in the Banswara tribal area of Rajasthan, this would have been used daily for turbans or a clothes peg They are often seen in palaces & houses of the wealthier classes, normally plastered into the wall, other animals like horses and parrots are quite common too. 

A unique and quirky piece of social history.

Dimensions:

15 x 4 x 12 (wxdxh cms)

From India

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