Carved Gangaur Doll From Banswara - 19th Century Material Cardboard Its frost hardiness ensures it

Its frost hardiness ensures it can withstand the cold weather in Beijing

This piece is from the Rajasthani school of painting (Kishangarh style)

Rajasthan has been repurposed as a mirror

40 x 23 x 3

and daily habit

Carved Gangaur Doll From Banswara - 19th Century Material Cardboard Its frost hardiness ensures itThis carved teak wood doll from the Banswara district in Rajasthan has developed a wonderful patina over time. Banswara is widely populated by the Bhil ethnic group, the largest tribal group in India. The Bhil can be found across India and have a distinct style. This is a Gangaur doll given to young Bhil women during the Spring festival of Gangaur which celebrates marital happiness, during which young women pray to Gauri to find a good husband. The