Scratchwork Lacquer Pot From Sindh - Ca 1900 Lamp Niches a motif often associated with

a motif often associated with protective or divine oversight within traditional Indian iconography

Each panel is supplied with strong wall hangers and accompanying wall plates

the victory banner

This style is most often from Rajasthan in Northern India and is constructed from teak wood and iron

15 x 2 x 19

Scratchwork Lacquer Pot From Sindh - Ca 1900 Lamp Niches a motif often associated withIndian lacquer pots are true works of art and this colourful lacquer box is an excellent collector's piece. This pot is from Sindh and the technique used is known as scratchwork. This piece dates from the turn of the century, circa 1900. Lacquer boxes are commonly used in Rajasthan and Gujarat for storing jewellery or bindi (the red powder that Indian ladies apply to the forehead). Lacquering is done by the craftsman on a hand powered lathe. The