Indian Brass Paan Box From Kerala - 19th Century Buddha Statues The cabinet stands on simple

The cabinet stands on simple legs with a subtly shaped apron

Condition: Excellent antique condition with aged lacquer and natural wear

or simply displayed as sculptural pieces with a warm aged patina

Nowadays these seed drills are great used as a candlestand or just as a beautiful decorative object

Indian Brass Paan Box From Kerala - 19th Century Buddha Statues The cabinet stands on simpleThis pretty little Indian brass box is from Kerala in South India and is often referred to as a 'vettile chellam'. It would have been used for storing components used in the chewing of paan. Paan is a preparation, which combines small parcels of betel leaves, areca nuts, slaked lime, and tobacco which are then chewed for their stimulant and psychoactive effects. Paan boxes are found across Asia and due to the wide variety of styles and designs, they