Teak Masala Box From Banswara Tribal Region - Ca 1920 Material - Elm (Reclaimed) 94 x 10 x 153

94 x 10 x 153 (wxdxh cms)

This is an old piece dating from the 19thC with traces of the original paint

This lacquer pot is from Rajasthan

This original piece was constructed from walnut in Gansu province and is over 100 years old

Teak Masala Box From Banswara Tribal Region - Ca 1920 Material - Elm (Reclaimed) 94 x 10 x 153These teak wood tika boxes from Banswara tribal region in Rajasthan are usually carved from a single piece of teak wood. They were used for storing the red powder used for marking the forehead of Hindus known as a tika mark or bindi. The combination of adze marks, smoothing from constant use and a rich patina make this piece a wonderful decorative piece. A perfect gift for a collector of village art, each one is unique. They look wonderful displayed