Saora Tribal Jeri Wine Pipe From Orissa - Ca 1920's Material - Kair Wood naturally weathered finish

naturally weathered finish

The robust mortise-and-tenon construction

and authentic Indian craftsmanship to any space

The chariots are decorated with carved teak images - mostly of religious significance

The front is framed by corner spandrels of entwined scrolls and scrolling lotus sprays

Saora Tribal Jeri Wine Pipe From Orissa - Ca 1920's Material - Kair Wood naturally weathered finishThis dhokra brass pot belonged to the Saora tribe from the Puttasing locale of Rayagada region of Orissa and is around 100 years old dating to the early 20th century. Jeri were wine pipes used by shamans as ritual offerings to their gods, both benevolent and malevolent. The Saora tribe practice slash & burn agriculture and grow mostly tobacco, maize chilli and fruits and vegetables. The Lanjia Saora tribe do not worship one single supreme deity,