Framed Chromolithograph Advertising Label Of The Mahabharata - Ca 1920 Z these baskets were hand made

these baskets were hand made to withstand brutal everyday use

Materials: Solid Teak

Date: Late 20th century

bedroom or smaller space

Framed Chromolithograph Advertising Label Of The Mahabharata - Ca 1920 Z these baskets were hand madeThis gilt framed pictorial label printed on paper was used to seal bales of cloth destined for sale in India. Originally printed in Britain and shipped to India, these labels were advertisements made for the Indian taste. Dates to the early 20th century likely 1920's. This label depicts a scene from the Mahbhrata. In the upper section a king is seated with his advisers. In the lower section, Draupadi prays to Krishna for protection as she is gambled