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Antique Bronze Indian Betel Nut Cutters Radha and Krishna 19th Century
$495
£375.11
€432.27
CA$700.07
A$752.86
CHF 402.56
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About the Item
19th century antique handmade brass Radha Krishna betel nut cutter from India.
Upper side is Krishna (vishnu) and lower side is Radha, you can also called this king queen walnut cracker.
This excellent piece of art from India, made in solid bronze, nut slicer or nut cracker which is two halves made with great detailed design, It is connected with a copper rivet this is usually used to slice betel nut or areca nuts.
It represent a highly detailed hugging couple the Hindu tale of the Goddess Krishna and her lover in a curved shape with pointed feet, highly detailed on both front and back.
Great for small nut cracker, nut slicer or use it as a paperweight, excellent addition to your handcrafted Hindu figurines collection.
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Measure: 4.1/2 inches length by 2.5/8 wide by 0.3/4 inches deep,
Antique circa 1900s with age patina.
This is a betel-nut cutter made of bronze using casting lost wax technique.
This Very Unique piece ready to be part of your collection.
This 19th-century Mughal era brass betel nut cutter, also known as a sarota, is a stunning testament to the artistry and craftsmanship that defined the Mughal era.
Designed for both function and beauty, this rare piece exemplifies the intricate metalwork and rich cultural heritage of one of India's most opulent periods.
While primarily used for cutting betel nuts, these cutters were much more than functional tools.
They were prized possessions in the Mughal courts and households, symbolizing wealth, refinement, and social status.
Sharing betel nut preparations was an integral part of cultural and social rituals, elevating these objects beyond utility to symbols of luxury and sophistication.
Despite the decline of the Mughal Empire by the 19th century, the legacy of its craftsmanship endured, influencing the design and artistry of the time. This exceptional betel nut cutter offers not only a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the Mughal elite but also serves as a captivating work of art that brings the opulence of a bygone era into the present.
Chewing of the betel nut dates back as far as The Vedic period in Hinduism around 1700 – 1100 BCE. Held in high esteem and very much a cultural tradition, royalty had servants carry trays and would offer guests betel nuts and betel nut leaves as one would offer a drink. The chewing of nuts was also associated with lovers. Chewing the nut preserved fresh breath and was also known to have relaxing properties. Hence there was a sexual symbolism, the areca nut the male and the leaf the female.
The betel nut is actually a berry (the fruit of the areca palm) that, especially in its dried form, was and is today widely chewed throughout Asia for its narcotic effect. A special type of scissors was developed to cut the dried berry.Portuguese traders began importing betel nuts into Europe in the 1500s, but they never caught on as did tea and coffee.
- Dimensions:Height: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Width: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
- Style:Anglo Raj (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. nice patina.
- Seller Location:Moreno Valley, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: KR3211stDibs: LU906822838402
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