Manjus (Dowry Chest) From Banswara Tribal Region - 19thC Takhat Tables textured surface rich in character

textured surface rich in character

Guanyin is a prominent figure throughout East Asia

approx 75 x 57 (w x d x h cms)

This Tibetan chest is a classic Tibetan style of chest with pine construction clad in yak leather and brass corners

This beautifully proportioned cabinet is covered in a rich red lacquer and decorated with gilt scenes of the countryside

Manjus (Dowry Chest) From Banswara Tribal Region - 19thC Takhat Tables textured surface rich in characterThis teak dowry chest from Banswara is known as a Manjus. Traditionally the bride's family had to offer gifts known as Dowry to the bridegroom's family if they were to find a good husband for their daughter. Dowry was normally Gold jewellery and Silk saris but sometimes brass cooking pots and other family treasures were exchanged. In modern times dowry is supposed to have been made an illegal practice, but in reality it is still practiced and cars and