Brass Dhokra Money Box From Orissa - Early 19th Century Woodblock Print 37 x 8 x 35

37 x 8 x 35 (wxdxh cms)

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43 x 17 x 91 (wxdxh cms)

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Rounded Entrance Hole

Brass Dhokra Money Box From Orissa - Early 19th Century Woodblock Print 37 x 8 x 35This old Indian brass box is from the Dhokra tribal area of Orissa. Dokra Damar tribes are the traditional metalsmiths of West Bengal. As well as money, this box has been used for storing slaked lime used in the consumption of paan which is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects. Dokra also spelt Dhokra Circa 100 yrs Old is a brass or bronze casting made using the lost wax technique. The process is commonly known as Cire Perdue. The object