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THIRI VILAKKU (PEACOCK PATTERN)

A lamp elegantly crafted with excellence and perfection. This lamp has a handle with which to hold it. A peacock at the centre with prabha gives it an imposing look. This is a single-wick lamp used in temples, shrines and in royal families in ancient times.

Acc No: 570
Measurement: 19 x 16.5 cm