Iron & Brass South Indian Grain Measure - 19th Century Material - Burr Elm These gathered cotton lampshades are

These gathered cotton lampshades are crafted from soft voile fabric

48 x 15 x 100 (wxdxh cms)

bound tightly with hand-forged iron bands that both reinforce the structure and lend the piece its striking sculptural presence

Dating to around 100 years old

In the meditation pose

Iron & Brass South Indian Grain Measure - 19th Century Material - Burr Elm These gathered cotton lampshades areThis antique Indian grain measure dates to the 19th century. This style is most often from Kerala in South India and is constructed from iron. Grain measures like these were used in markets for measuring wheat, corn, rice, and pulses. In the old days, the Indian measures were Seers & Pattis. Pieces like this have been used every day, handed down generations by families in India, and developed a rich warm patina. These make fabulous planters,