Carved Teak Votive Panel From Andhra Pradesh - Ca 1920's Material - Stone Traditionally used to carry lunches

Traditionally used to carry lunches

These compact sloped lap desks were used by wealthy ladies and gentlemen and officers in the military theatres of the 18th and 19th centuries in India

While these can still be used today for measuring

Though sometimes mistaken for a family crest (mon)

Carved Teak Votive Panel From Andhra Pradesh - Ca 1920's Material - Stone Traditionally used to carry lunchesThese beautifully carved old teak votive panels are from Andrah Pradesh, India, and are over 100 years old. Carved by tribal people who used them to decorate the walls of their village huts. They look great hung on a wall as a group. Supplied ready fitted with a hanger.