Chip Carved Merchants Box From Rajasthan - 19th Century India Condition: Excellent Condition With Intentional

Condition: Excellent Condition With Intentional Rustic Finish And Natural Variations

allowing it to function as a sculptural screen

Markings: engraved circular lines

125 x 46 x 88 (wxdxh cms)

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Chip Carved Merchants Box From Rajasthan - 19th Century India Condition: Excellent Condition With IntentionalThis lovely chip carved antique Indian box is from Northern Rajasthan and has the original ironwork. It is made from teak wood and dates to the 19th century. Beautifully bound in hand forged iron and brass this box features stylised lotuses chip carved into the lid. The lotus flower symbol is found throughout Asia symbolising fertility. These boxes were used in the old days by merchants and traders in the bazaars for storing their cash and ledgers.