Lauh

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UZBEK HAND MADE BOOK STAND Lavh (lawh) – sliding wooden stand for the books , one of the most original articles produced by Uzbek woodcarvers. It’s hard to believe, but this complex construction is made from a piece of wood, without nails and without using glue or joints.
The art of making Lavh goes back to ancient times. It is made from one piece of walnut wood – no nails or glue was used to make it. It can be opened and fixed to 4 different positions.

Lawh (lavh) - Sliding wooden bookend - one of the most original products, which when - ever created Uzbek carvers. This complex structure is made from a piece of wood without a single nail and without the use of glue or joints. Experienced Master can make lauh ten - twelve levels. On a stand but books can be placed pencils, small rolls of paper, notepads, bookmarks for books and other supplies for reading and writing.In Samarkand, in the courtyard of the Bibikhanum Mosque, in the State Museum of the History of the Timurids in Tashkent, there is a large marble plaque. L. The tradition of working is preserved in the wood carving of Uzbek folk applied art. Today's function of the tablet has changed, and it has become a museum exposition, a souvenir of Uzbek folk art.

CULTURAL SYMBOL: This unique hand-made piece of woodwork, made of walnut, has been used at Uzbek madrasahs for centuries as a book stand, especially for the Quran ( Koran )
GIFT IDEA: A prominent example of centuries-old Uzbek traditions and culture, this hand-carved work of art with lacquered finish makes an ideal Central Asia gift for loved ones
MULTI-PURPOSE: On top of its original use as a book stand, this foldable walnut construction can also be used as a tablet and phone stand.