Archive Ref: GNMC-ART-009
Historic Copper Bira Kahali Royal Battle Trumpet with Makara Bell
Historic hand-forged copper royal martial trumpet with zoomorphic crocodile terminal (L 20 in / 50 cm, Wt 360 g)
Historic 19th-century hand-forged copper martial battle trumpet (Bira Kahali), traditionally sounded during royal military campaigns, state processions, and temple heraldry across the princely kingdoms of Odisha. Features an elongated conical sound-pipe terminating in a fearsome sculpted crocodile / Makara head bell with chased teeth and scales. Measures 20 inches (50 cm) in length and weighs 360 grams. Preserved in fully resonant, working acoustic condition.
Period
Traditional Martial Ceremonial
Dimensions
L: 20" / 51 cm
Provenance
Royal / ceremonial martial heritage
Curator's Condition Assessment
Working condition. Two identical pieces available.
