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Hindolo | Swing
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Category: Aasan
Location: Katar, Amreli, Gujarat
Cultural region: Saurashtra
Materials: Earth (Ceramic), Metal, Textile, Wood
Metal craft technique: Casting, Fittings
Earth craft technique: Tilework
Wood craft technique: Carving, Fretwork, Joinery
Source: DICRC, India and SADACC, UK
One of the finer examples, this hindolo bears intricately carved back and armrests. It is suspended by decorative brass chains comprising of ornaments such as horses, elephants, and peacocks.
