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Artifact Provenance & Specifications

Century-old authentic architectural square-body brass kerosene lamp (local name: Chaukona Dibi / Chaturbhuja Dibia), cast circa early 20th century in solid heavy brass. Features a distinctive geometric truncated pyramidal reservoir with four sloping roof facets, cylindrical burner neck with fitted diagonal curved snuffer spout, integral finger loop handle, and stable flat square base. Dimensions: Length 4 inches (10 cm); height 3.5 inches (8.9 cm). A remarkably rare, extinct geometric folk metalcraft heirloom in museum-grade preservation. Opening reserve ₹7,500.

Museum Reference GNMC-ART-047
Metal Alloy Brass
Period / Era Early 20th Century (~100-110 years)
Origin Region Odisha
Dimensions L: 4" / 10 cm × H: 3.5" / 8.9 cm
Condition Grade Museum quality
Provenance Record Odisha traditional domestic lighting & artisanal geometric metalcraft
Curator's Condition Assessment

Intact and structurally sound century-old casting. Square faceted reservoir, pyramidal sloping roof, burner collar, curved snuffer tube, and finger handle fully intact. Rich natural dark aged brass patina.

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