Large Scratchwork Lacquer Pot From Chiniot, Punjab - Late 19th Century Toys Condition: Wear consistent with age

Condition: Wear consistent with age

Being made from camphor wood

resulting in intricate and highly decorative finishes

These Tibetan book covers were originally polychromed with red and gold pigments

From Northern China - these are guaranteed frost hardy

Large Scratchwork Lacquer Pot From Chiniot, Punjab - Late 19th Century Toys Condition: Wear consistent with ageAn excellent and large example of an antique Indian scratchwork lacquer pot. It is a true work of art and this colourful lacquer box is an excellent collector's piece. This pot is from Chiniot, in the Punjab and the technique used is known as scratchwork. This piece is over 120 years old and dates from the late 19th century. Lacquer boxes are commonly used in Rajasthan and Gujarat for storing jewellery or bindi (the red powder that Indian ladies apply