1. Foster 5009
- Reference (shelfmark):
- Foster 5009
- Title:
- Conch shell with carved design.
- Scope & Content:
- Conch shells (sankha or shankha) are common accoutrements of ascetics in India. This one has been cut at the tip so it can be blown into to make a loud noise. During the lifetime of Bhai Maharaj Singh conches such as this were used during daily religious activities. The shell measures 17 cm ac...
- Collection Area:
- Visual Arts
- Languages:
- Not applicable
- Date Range:
- 1840s
- Extent:
- 1 Item