Stone Idli Maker - Ca 1920
Carved from solid stone, this antique mould once steamed soft, fragrant idlis in a South Indian kitchen. Its six rounded bowls, worn smooth through use, speak of family rituals, shared meals, and the quiet rhythm of tradition. The weathered patina and earthy texture give it a timeless presence, simple yet profound.
Today, it makes a striking decorative piece perfect as a candle holder, where flickering lights glow from each hollow, or as a sculptural accent filled with flowers, spices, or stones. A fragment of everyday life transformed into a piece of living history.
- Origin: Southern India
- Date: Early 20th century
- Materials: Hand-carved stone
- Condition: Excellent antique condition with surface wear
- Dimensions: W23 x D22 x H4 cm
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Stone Idli Maker - Ca 1920
Carved from solid stone, this antique mould once steamed soft, fragrant idlis in a South Indian kitchen. Its six rounded bowls, worn smooth through use, speak of family rituals, shared meals, and the quiet rhythm of tradition. The weathered patina and earthy texture give it a timeless presence, simple yet profound.
Today, it makes a striking decorative piece perfect as a candle holder, where flickering lights glow from each hollow, or as a sculptural accent filled with flowers, spices, or stones. A fragment of everyday life transformed into a piece of living history.
- Origin: Southern India
- Date: Early 20th century
- Materials: Hand-carved stone
- Condition: Excellent antique condition with surface wear
- Dimensions: W23 x D22 x H4 cm
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Carved from solid stone, this antique mould once steamed soft, fragrant idlis in a South Indian kitchen. Its six rounded bowls, worn smooth through use, speak of family rituals, shared meals, and the quiet rhythm of tradition. The weathered patina and earthy texture give it a timeless presence, simple yet profound.
Today, it makes a striking decorative piece perfect as a candle holder, where flickering lights glow from each hollow, or as a sculptural accent filled with flowers, spices, or stones. A fragment of everyday life transformed into a piece of living history.
- Origin: Southern India
- Date: Early 20th century
- Materials: Hand-carved stone
- Condition: Excellent antique condition with surface wear
- Dimensions: W23 x D22 x H4 cm
