Chip Carved Low Pidha Chair From Shekhawati - 19th Century Material - Kiri Wood Originating from China’s inventive response

Originating from China’s inventive response to the challenges of the export trade with Europe

It is made from repousse worked metal alloys in the traditional style

Such boxes were used by Indian merchants and traders in bustling bazaars to store cash

With two drawers below with ample storage and beautifully preserved geometric painting it works perfectly in a modern home as a coffee table

red lacquer traces

Chip Carved Low Pidha Chair From Shekhawati - 19th Century Material - Kiri Wood Originating from China’s inventive responseThis lovely low teak chair is from the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan and is called a pidha chair. These were low chairs with backrests and traditionally were given to Indian brides on their wedding day. They are most commonly found in tribal settings in Northern India and were used daily by all family members. This example has been carved in the traditional chip carved style. It features peacocks flanking a central stylised sun and geometric