Antique Naga Hand-Carved Monoxylous Rice Pounder / Pedestal

Description: An extraordinary example of primitive functional art, this Naga rice pounder is carved from a single, solid piece of dense hardwood (monoxylous). Originating from the Naga people of Northeast India, it features a characteristic mushroom-shaped rim and a tapered cylindrical body. The surface displays a deep, weathered texture and a natural sun-bleached patina acquired over decades of village use. Its massive weight and stable footprint make it an ideal pedestal for sculpture or a standalone primitive art piece.
 
-Dimensions: Height: ~33 inches
-Weight: Estimated: 85 – 110 lbs. (Solid hardwood; requires two people to move safely).
-Condition: Primitive/Antique. Displays heavy "checking" (natural deep cracks) and weathering consistent with age and outdoor use. These structural cracks are stable and part of the authentic character of the wood. 
-Material: Solid Single-Block Hardwood (Tropical species).