Ghanti ane thalo | Hand mill grinder & stand
Details
Category: Vastu
Location: Saronda, Valsad, Gujarat
Cultural region: South Gujarat
Materials: Metal, Stone, Wood
Metal craft technique: Fittings
Stone craft technique: Dressing
Wood craft technique: Carving, Joinery
Source: DICRC, India and SADACC, UK
This ghanti ane thalo is located in a Parsi dwelling in South Gujarat. The thalo is made of wood which is raised up on wooden legs. The top of the ghanti is covered with a metal plate to avoid unwanted particles or creatures joining the grinding of the grain.
