Hindu ritual vessel

Title
Hindu ritual vessel
Year/Period
17th century
Region
India
Object Type
Material
Dimension
Object size: H:32 x W:14.3 X D:13
Accession No.
2011-01512

This vessel has an overall brown patina which tells of its previous use and age. In the Agamic tradition of worship in Shiva and Devi temples, ritual objects such as this, are customarily used during worship, in the daily ‘puja’ at home as well as in temples. Ritual vessels are often decorated with floral or religious motifs which further enhance their sacredness.