Gangaur Doll From Banswara Tribal Region - 19th Century Chests and the corners are made

and the corners are made from delicate filagree

its four-tier design and spire-topped posts reflect both local craftsmanship and colonial-era practicality

Manjus chests usually have far longer legs making this piece unusually low and more suitable for use as an AV unit

This piece comes supplied with a wire hanger

these chest of drawers were made in Canton in China and shipped either 4420 miles to Calcutta or 5135 miles to Bombay for export to officers of the British army in India during the 19th century

Gangaur Doll From Banswara Tribal Region - 19th Century Chests and the corners are madeThis carved teak wood doll from the Banswara district in Rajasthan has developed a wonderful patina over time. Banswara is widely populated by the Bhil ethnic group, the largest tribal group in India. The Bhil can be found across India and have a distinct style. This is a Gangaur doll given to young Bhil women during the Spring festival of Gangaur which celebrates marital happiness, during which young women pray to Gauri to find a good husband. The