Teak Masala Box From Rajasthan - Ca 1900 Period - Taishō flowing clouds and finely detailed

flowing clouds and finely detailed scales reflect the exceptional craftsmanship that made Chinese blue and white porcelain famous throughout the world

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This piece is over 100 years old and dates from the early 20th century

Condition: Excellent

Teak Masala Box From Rajasthan - Ca 1900 Period - Taishō flowing clouds and finely detailedThis beautifully hand carved tika box originates from the Banswara tribal region of Rajasthan and dates to around 1900. Expertly shaped from a single block of teak wood, it was traditionally used to hold kumkumthe sacred red powder applied to the forehead as a tika or bindi in Hindu ritual practice. The surface is decorated with incised lotus and star motifs, symbols of purity and spiritual awakening. Rising from the centre is a stylised horse finial,