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Doli | Larder
Category: Manjush
Location: Sheikhpura, Patiala, Punjab
Cultural region: Malwa
Materials: Metal, Wood
Metal craft technique: Fittings, Meshwork
Wood craft technique: Joinery, Painting
Source: DICRC, India and SADACC, UK
This house had two kitchens; one inside the house which was used mainly for storing all the utilities and another outside where the main cooking was carried out. This doli was used in the kitchen, inside the house, to store food items and spices. It was placed next to a chulha and chimney which were no longer in use.