Rohida Wood Jain Monk Bowls Set of 4

₹ 6,737
₹ 6,737
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5 inches (Diameter), 150 Gms

Material

Rohida Wood

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Rohida Wood Jain Monk Bowls Set of 4

Rohida Wood Jain Monk Bowls Set of 4

₹ 6,737
₹ 6,737
Product description
  • PREMIUM WOOD& PERFECT SIZE: These Hand-Lathed Bowls, paper thin vessels are made out of “Rohida’ wood of India. These monk bowls measure from 4.0 Inches to by 5 .5 inches in diameter.
  • INTRICATE DESIGN& MANY USES: Also called as ‘BhikshaPatra’, this beautifully refined Jain monk bowl is hand-lathed in Rajasthan by the Kharadi Muslims. This is still used by the Jain monks to have meals in it. The white robed monks renounce all worldly possessions and in a journey of humility travel by foot with their bowls seeking followers who can provide them with food. One can treasure it or gift it as a souvenir.
  • HANDCRAFTED&PAPER THIN: This handmade bowl is paper thin and requires precise technique which these rare craftsmen have mastered through their involvement in this woodcraft over a period of last few decades. Made from local “Rohida’ wood, it is known for its dense grain and strength. This product supports and empowers Kharadi Muslim artisan community of India. It preserves the rare craft of Patra making in India.
  • SOCIAL INITIATIVE: This exceptional handcrafted bowl not only endows the user to experience the humility of Jain monks but also entails a sense of harmony and goodwill that these different religious communities have easily assembled.
  • ASSURANCE, AUTHENTICITY & INSTRUCTION: Quality satisfaction and timely delivery are assured for this handcrafted artefact. To be sure of authenticity, we recommend you to buy this product from De Kulture Works brand only. Use this fragile bowl with care for only dry edible items. Though this bowl comes finished with olive oil, we recommend you to continue oiling the wood with any cooking oil to keep its strength and color before and after use
Craft Type & Story

These beautifully refined Monk Bowls are hand-lathed in India by the Kharadimuslims. These bowls are carved from local 'Rohida' wood of Thar desert valued for its dense grain and strength. These bowls are fragile and one-of-a-kind. These bowls should be used for dry or edible items only. We recommend the user to oil the wood with any cooking oil to keep it's strength and color before and after use.