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Artifact Provenance & Specifications

Magnificent double-century-old (~200 years, circa 1825) aristocratic brass kerosene and oil lamp (local name: Mayura Dibi / Deepa), cast in solid antique brass with an extraordinary zoomorphic silhouette. Features an arched, crested peacock-head spout with beak aperture, an expansive horizontal fan-shaped plumage tail finial, deeply hand-chased concentric diamond medallions, a ring-turned burner neck with lateral winglets, and a dual finger-loop handle. Diameter: 4.5 inches (11 cm). A precious, exceedingly uncommon temple sanctum and royal estate heirloom in museum-grade preservation. Opening reserve ₹12,000.

Museum Reference GNMC-ART-045
Metal Alloy Brass
Period / Era Early 19th Century (~200 years)
Origin Region Odisha
Dimensions Dia: 4.5" / 11 cm
Condition Grade Museum quality
Provenance Record Odisha temple sanctum & aristocratic estate heirloom lighting
Curator's Condition Assessment

Extraordinary 200-year-old preservation. Sculpted peacock head spout, flared plumage tail, ring-turned burner neck, and double finger loop handle completely intact. Deep natural antique dark olive-grey patination.

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