Posted 7 years ago
Scoferg
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Found in the river, what is it
Clay small bowl
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I'll have one of our experts take a look at it and report back.
This is what we have:
Hindu Diya oil lamp, terracotta, 20th century
Overview:
In mold pressed terracotta Diya oil lamp. Clear traces of a mold on the upper and on the underside, very precise swastica, therefore very likely made in the 20th century.
This lamp was most likely used during a deepavali festival.
It is a mass produced item and therefore of decorative value only. You might also call it conversation piece.
Background:
The right-hand swastika is one of the 108 symbols of the Hindu god Vishnu as well as a symbol of the sun and of the Hindu sun god, Surya.