Lhoka Trunk From Southern Tibet - 18th Century Candlesticks The lacquer work over the

The lacquer work over the top give the box extraordinary strength and durability

It was considered in China to be superior to its northern elm relative

Date: Modern reproduction in Kangxi style (1662–1722)

This old Indian brass box is from the Dhokra tribal area of Orissa

These beautifully crafted bowls are great for serving canapes or as a sweets dish

Lhoka Trunk From Southern Tibet - 18th Century Candlesticks The lacquer work over theThis beautiful early Tibetan chest would have been used for storing religious scrolls and precious possessions in a wealthy home or a Tibetan monastery. It dates to the early 18th century as is clear from its wear although it could well be older. This style of trunk is defined by its soft tapering sides and carved false lid and is from Southern Tibet. It is known as a Lhoka box, referring to the Tibetan district of Lhoka, South of the Yarlung Tsangpo