Upcycled Vintage Naga Teak Water Trough – Hand-Carved Tribal Artifact from Early 20th Century Nagaland Sculptural Antique Teak Vessel | Rustic Indian Tribal Décor | Circa 1900s

A raw and soulful statement of India’s indigenous craftsmanship, this rare vintage Naga water trough is a one-of-a-kind sculptural object, hand-carved by the Naga tribe of Northeast India. Originally created in the early 1900s for daily use in husking and washing grains, this trough carries the touch of human hands, the weathering of time, and the spirit of a community deeply connected to nature.

Crafted by Tradition, Honed by Time

Each trough was hewn from a single solid block of native teakwood, chosen for its strength, grain, and natural resistance to moisture. You’ll notice the hand-chiselled surfaces, worn smooth in places, still bearing tool marks and organic curves that were never meant to be perfect—but rather, purposeful.

What remains today is not just a utilitarian form, but a minimalist artefact of tribal heritage—a bold, grounded silhouette rich in authenticity. Use it as a standalone sculptural feature, a low bench, planter base, or upcycled coffee table—each piece offering a tactile story that honours sustainable reuse and ancestral craft.

Key Features:

• Origin: Nagaland, India (Northeast), circa early 1900s

• Material: Solid old-growth teakwood

• Hand-Carved: Traditional Naga tribal craftsmanship using primitive tools

• Surface: Naturally weathered, raw finish with burnished patina and grain textures

• Design: Organic asymmetry, deeply scooped centre, and primitive form

• Use Ideas: Coffee table, hallway bench, sculpture base, rustic centrepiece, or gallery wall-mount

Why It's Special:

✔ Authentic tribal artefact with true provenance
✔ Elevates rustic, minimalist, and earthy interiors
✔ Each piece is truly unique—no two are ever alike
✔ Sustainable furniture with soulful history
✔ Heirloom-worthy and gallery-ready

Dimensions: Vary slightly between pieces (average size approx. 100–120cm L × 20–30cm W × 15–20cm H)
Weight: Approx. 8–12 kg per trough

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