Brass Bound Jewellery Box From Rajasthan - 19th Century Origin - UK 100 x 45 x 85

100 x 45 x 85 (WxDxH cms)

original pigment

painted in rich but muted colours that blend in perfectly with the dark lacquer background

the figure embodies calm devotion and spiritual grace

Brass Bound Jewellery Box From Rajasthan - 19th Century Origin - UK 100 x 45 x 85A practical yet charming Indian jewellery or cash box with a compartmentalised interior. Dating to the 19th century it is made from teak wood in the Anglo Indian style. It likely would have belonged to a merchant or East Indiaman. The brass bindings and fittings are reminiscent of the campaign style and it has developed a wonderful patina over the years. Perfect for a keepsake box or desk tidy. Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary