Takhat | Bench

Details

Category: Aasan
Location: Bagar, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan
Cultural region: Shekhawati
Materials: Metal (Iron), Wood
Metal craft technique: Bending, Fittings, Riveting
Wood craft technique: Carving, Joinery, Turning
Source: DICRC, India and SADACC, UK

Part of the same collection as the previous examples, these takhat are less ornate. It is said that while the ornate benches were used for special occasions, the plain ones were meant for everyday use.

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