Description

The terracotta lamp with wiring and bulb is fashioned to look like an angel with a pair of wings.

History

Pottery is common in many parts of India, especially West bengal where rich, loamy soil is found.

Skills

The craftsman is skilled in shaping and moulding objects. She also has a neat hand in painting.

Aesthetics

The beige body and wings have been painted with white stars, stripes and borders with holes interspersed so as to emanate light from a number of points. The overall effect is created by the neatly designed body and wings, with the right proportions and the warm glow of light when the lamp is switched on.

Material

This lamp is made from terracotta.

Care

Terracotta is breakable. Ensure that the piece does not fall from a height. Wipe clean with soft, cotton cloth.