Antique Lavender-Gray Goa Measuring Pot

This vintage painted wood vase is a soulful architectural vessel originating from the coastal region of Goa, India. Hand-carved from solid teak wood, this cylindrical pot was historically used as a Paili—a traditional dry-measure for rice and grains in local village markets. Its form is defined by a central structural ring and a robust, thick-walled construction designed to withstand generations of daily use. What sets this piece apart is its remarkable Lavender-Gray finish. The vessel retains remnants of a distressed mineral pigment that has softened over time into a muted, coastal hue. The "shabby-chic" erosion of the paint reveals the rich, dark teak grain beneath, creating a complex Wabi-Sabi texture. Repurposed for the contemporary home, this vessel serves as a sophisticated planter, a sculptural vase for dried botanicals, or a textured tabletop anchor that brings a whisper of the Indian Ocean to a California Coastal or Modern Organic space. *Era: Late 19th / Early 20th Century *Size: 5.25"D x 6"H *Material: Solid Teak Wood with Mineral Pigment *Color: Distressed Lavender-Gray over Natural Teak *Origin: Goa, India *Condition: Beautifully weathered vintage condition. Features authentic surface cracking, pigment loss, and structural checking that underscore its historical utility. **Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.