Brass Shankha or Conch - Sacred Emblem of The Indian God Vishnu - 16 cm Length set of 6 brass lamps such planters were used to

such planters were used to light coal or wood known as a Sigri in the mid century and are now used as decorative planters

Traditionally made from clay

The figures are moulded in mud ( chikni mitti)

as it is believed to be the first sound of creation - the divine OM

worshippers on either side of the frame with intricately engraved temple pillars and the idol of the Hindu diety Deep Lakshmi - Goddess of light and prosperity

Brass Shankha or Conch - Sacred Emblem of The Indian God Vishnu - 16 cm Length set of 6 brass lamps such planters were used toIn Hinduism, the Shankha or Conch is a sacred emblem of the Hindu preserver god Vishnu. This beautiful Shankha with a smooth surface is hand crafted from solid brass by skilled Indian artisans and can be found in most temples, households blown during celebrations, weddings and festivals by the head of the house or the priest. It is still used as a trumpet in Hindu rituals, and in the past was used as a war trumpet. The shankha is praised in Hindu