Lamp - Bronze - Old temple votive lamp
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Old temple votive lamp from Rajasthan, India, dating to the late 19th century during the British Raj (c. 1850–1900); brass with Lakshmi depicted on an ornate base, 14 cm high, 10 cm wide, 430 g, in good condition with signs of ageing, not sold with a stand, provenance: private collection.
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Old brass hindu oil lamp
Rajastan, India
Period: late 19th century
Brass
Heght 14 cm
Width 10 cm
Weight 430 gr
Old brass oil lamp depicting the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, standing on an ornate base with decorative elements including an elephant motif.
This traditional Indian brass oil lamp features the goddess Lakshmi, the Hindu deity of prosperity, fortune, and abundance. Lamps like this are commonly used in Hindu temples and home shrines as devotional objects.
During worship (puja), the shallow basin is filled with vegetable oil or ghee, and a cotton wick is placed in the spout and lit. The flame is offered as a symbolic act of devotion, representing light overcoming darkness and the presence of the divine.
Lakshmi lamps are especially associated with prayers for prosperity, good fortune, and household well-being, and they are often lit during rituals and festivals such as Diwali
The lamp shows clear signs of age and use consistent with traditional oil lamps. Some whitish residue from brass polish remains in the recessed crevices, highlighting the intricate details of the casting.
Overall, this is a well-used vintage brass Lakshmi oil lamp with authentic patina, visible wear, and signs of devotional use that add to its historical charm and character.
Tracked shipping: UPS, DPD, Poste Italiane….
Old brass hindu oil lamp
Rajastan, India
Period: late 19th century
Brass
Heght 14 cm
Width 10 cm
Weight 430 gr
Old brass oil lamp depicting the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, standing on an ornate base with decorative elements including an elephant motif.
This traditional Indian brass oil lamp features the goddess Lakshmi, the Hindu deity of prosperity, fortune, and abundance. Lamps like this are commonly used in Hindu temples and home shrines as devotional objects.
During worship (puja), the shallow basin is filled with vegetable oil or ghee, and a cotton wick is placed in the spout and lit. The flame is offered as a symbolic act of devotion, representing light overcoming darkness and the presence of the divine.
Lakshmi lamps are especially associated with prayers for prosperity, good fortune, and household well-being, and they are often lit during rituals and festivals such as Diwali
The lamp shows clear signs of age and use consistent with traditional oil lamps. Some whitish residue from brass polish remains in the recessed crevices, highlighting the intricate details of the casting.
Overall, this is a well-used vintage brass Lakshmi oil lamp with authentic patina, visible wear, and signs of devotional use that add to its historical charm and character.
Tracked shipping: UPS, DPD, Poste Italiane….
Details
Specific region of origin
Rajastan
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Old temple votive lamp
Number of objects
1
Material
Bronze
Dynastic style/period
The British Raj (1858 – 1947)
Country of origin
India
Provenance
Private collection
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Sold with stand
No
Height
14 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
10 cm
Weight
430 g
Estimated period
1850-1900
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