Thai Double Elephant Water Dipper

Discussion in 'Antique Discussion' started by wlwhittier, May 9, 2022.

  1. wlwhittier

    wlwhittier Well-Known Member

    I forget where I got it, maybe 10-12 years ago.

    The custom apparently, in rural Thailand, is to have a water barrel near the path that runs past your dwelling in order to afford simple refreshment to those using the path. A dipper is necessary, of course...

    I don't know how accurate that story is, and if reasonably so there may be a lot more to it.

    I love this dipper for many things about it; one of them is the rendition of skin texture and appearance: so accurately done!

    I've no idea of its age...if any of you can add to my meager few impressions, please do share! Warren


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    Potteryplease Well-Known Member

    I'm no help, but it's a fascinating object. Very cool!
     
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