Artifact Provenance & Specifications
Authentic 150-year-old traditional brass pumpkin-form kerosene oil lamp (local name: Kakharu Dibi / Dibia), crafted circa late 19th century in Odisha. Showcases deeply fluted melon lobes accented by hand-chased braided chevron relief ribs, a concentric engraved shoulder plate, horizontal ring-turned columnar burner neck, diagonal snuffer spout, and an elegant double finger-loop handle. Diameter: 4.5 inches (11 cm). An exceedingly rare, virtually extinct regional metalcraft masterpiece. Opening reserve ₹7,500.
Exceptional 150-year-old preservation. Fluted pumpkin reservoir, chased chevron ribs, ring-turned burner neck, curved wick spout, and double finger loops all completely intact and structurally sound. Rich natural dark antique olive-bronze patina.
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