Indian Masala Box From Banswara - 19th Century Shelf (Available without glass on request

(Available without glass on request

and a generously proportioned storage compartment concealed behind the twin doors

the raised framework is Catalpa

65 x 38 x 71 (wxdxh cms)

Indian Masala Box From Banswara - 19th Century Shelf (Available without glass on requestThese old carved 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. This box dates to the 19th century and is a perfect gift for a collector of village art, each one is unique. They look wonderful displayed in a group on a table. From India UK Delivery Charge except Highlands &