Brass Bound Rosewood Document Box From Kerala - 19th Century Vases while the elongated spout would

while the elongated spout would originally have supported a cotton wick fuelled by ghee or oil

Be inspired to use this for storing your favorite things

as a trousseau (bridal clothes & jewellery)

The dragons face a central wheel of dharma

Brass Bound Rosewood Document Box From Kerala - 19th Century Vases while the elongated spout wouldThis beautiful old Indian document box is crafted from luxurious solid rosewood. It's an excellent example of Indian craftsmanship with brass bindings over its exterior and delicate rosewood detailings on the interior. These rosewood Indian boxes were made for carrying documents and writing supplies. They would also have been used for storing valuables. You can see a clear influence in style from the British occupation in India. This style of box is