Newari "Dhan-Cha" offering Ritual Vase

The Newari Dhan-cha is a traditional vessel deeply woven into the cultural and spiritual life of the Newar community. Expertly handcrafted, it is distinguished by its elegant rounded form with a narrow neck, making it both practical and aesthetically significant. Traditionally, the Dhan-cha has been used to store and pour aila (a traditional Newar liquor), milk, or pure water, all of which hold symbolic importance in rituals and daily worship.

In puja ceremonies, the Dhan-cha is filled with these sacred substances and placed on the altar or offered directly to the deities, symbolizing purity, abundance, and nourishment. Aila served from the Dhan-cha is also an integral part of Newar cultural rituals, particularly during feasts and festivals, where it is offered as sagun - a blessing that conveys goodwill and auspiciousness.

Size: 5.2" H x 3" W x 2.1" D
Weight: 270 grams approx