Soapstone Peacock Turban Hanger From Dungarpur - 19th Century Lembata currently on display in the

currently on display in the Nanjing Museum

framed by a scalloped arch and scrolling foliate borders

The word jali is often incorrectly conflated with jails to which there is no connection

Decoration: Hand-inlaid brass wirework with geometric and stylised motifs

Dimensions: W107 x D67 x H56 cm

Soapstone Peacock Turban Hanger From Dungarpur - 19th Century Lembata currently on display in theThis Indian soapstone turban hanger (called a khunti in Hindi) has been carved in the shape of a peacock. Originating in Dungarpur 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: 21 x