A Chinese Root Wood Hand Carving of an Elder Raised on a Later Oval Ebony Base, Overall 23.5cm High rectangular vase Holy ash is applied on

Holy ash is applied on the forehead to remind us that even our body is going to turn into ash one day thereby always reminding us of the impermanence of our life

this set would bring a touch of elegance to any vintage table spread

It is very difficult to age pieces like this but our gut says early 20th century but maybe older

Here we have an unusual Hindu Vibhuti box with slide lid and geometric carved faces

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A Chinese Root Wood Hand Carving of an Elder Raised on a Later Oval Ebony Base, Overall 23.5cm High rectangular vase Holy ash is applied onHere we have a Chinese root wood carving of an elder raised on a later oval ebony base, overall 23. 5cm high Please note: the first image maybe an enhanced presentation image. For an accurate representation of condition, including any wear or age related marks, please refer to the additional photographs provided. This is a marriage of perhaps an unstable carving to an ebony base to make a more practical piece. It is very difficult to age pieces like