Teak Masala Box From Banswara Tribal Region - Ca 1920 Material - Jackfruit Wood This antique iron bound teak

This antique iron bound teak dowry chest known as a pithara in India has been reduced in depth to create a dramatic console table

umbrella stand

while the natural wear tells the story of its utilitarian origins

Buddha here has beautiful detailing with painted glass eyes and robes inlaid with precious stones and coloured glass

From  from Northern India

Teak Masala Box From Banswara Tribal Region - Ca 1920 Material - Jackfruit Wood This antique iron bound teakThese 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