Merchant's Money Box Stool - 19th Century Period - Shōwa a bird from Hindu mythology

a bird from Hindu mythology particularly prominent in South India

adding both visual interest and functional versatility

This style is from Nagaur area - a town in central Rajasthan

Beautifully carved by a talented craftsman with stylised horse heads

but they were sometimes made from more expensive woods

Merchant's Money Box Stool - 19th Century Period - Shōwa a bird from Hindu mythologyThis old rustic Chinese merchant's stool has a coin slot for money. Constructed from northern elm (yumu) and poplar wood, this 19th century Chinese merchant's money box is a multipurpose piece that serves as a wonderful curiosity. Perfect for modern uses such as a stool, umbrella stand or storage.