Carved Indian Merchants Box - 19th Century Style - Meiping Vase featuring intricate pierced jali work

featuring intricate pierced jali work throughout its oval form

Covered in distressed cream paint

The carved kickstand and doors boast a rich earthy red tone

These gathered cotton lampshades are crafted from soft cotton voile fabric

Carved Indian Merchants Box - 19th Century Style - Meiping Vase featuring intricate pierced jali workThis lovely chip carved antique Indian box is from Northern Rajasthan and has the original ironwork. It is made from roheda wood and dates to the 19th century. These boxes were used in the old days by merchants and traders in the bazaars for storing their cash and ledgers. They were also used by Indian families for the dowry of their daughters, as a trousseau. This style of box is often decorated with chip carving that is almost identical to European