Teak Masala Box From Banswara Tribal Region - 19th Century Chest of Drawers Features: Integrated handle

Features: Integrated handle

5 x 15 x 12 (wxdxh cms)

opaque pigments on paper

This very decorative monastic chest is from Central Tibet and dates to the 18th century

Teak Masala Box From Banswara Tribal Region - 19th Century Chest of Drawers Features: Integrated handleThese 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