Model of Gharnai, raft of pots, from Gaya River

Made:
1851-1930 in Patna and Gaya
maker:
Unknown
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Model, scale unknown, of Gharnai
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Model, scale unknown, of Gharnai
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Model, scale unknown, of Gharnai
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Model, scale unknown, of Gharnai, raft of pots consisting of earthenware pots connected by bamboo, as used on the Gaya River, near Patna, (1851-1930).

Model of a gharnai, or raft of pots from yhr Gaya River near Patna, India

Details

Category:
Water Transport
Object Number:
1929-1094
Materials:
ceramic (unspecified), bamboo and cotton (fibre)
Measurements:
overall: 30 mm x 210 mm x 135 mm,
type:
riverboat, raft and paddle (watercraft equipment)
credit:
Victoria and Albert Museum, Indian Section

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