Brass Betel Nut Supari Box from Brunei - 19th Century Style - Fengweizun 'Phoenix Tail' Vases From Shanxi Province Chinese Desks

From Shanxi Province Chinese Desks were generally made from Elm

The lock plate is shaped in an eyo-kurigata motif

It has been salvaged from a building fallen into disrepair in the desert state of Gujarat

this will weather more quickly in an unsheltered environment

Brass Betel Nut Supari Box from Brunei - 19th Century Style - Fengweizun 'Phoenix Tail' Vases From Shanxi Province Chinese DesksThese 19th century brass supari boxes are from the Indonesian Archipelago and would have been used for storing betel nut supari, also known as paan. Paan is a preparation, which combines a paste of spices in a betel leaf, which is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects. Paan boxes are found across Asia and due to the wide variety of styles and designs, they have become very popular with collectors. They're perfect for storing jewellery or