Iron Clad Merchants Box From Shekhawati - 19th Century Period - Meiji This would make a great

This would make a great ornamental piece or quirky gift

Origin: Tianjin

Due to the individual nature of handmade and natural objects

Intricately carved stone Jali fretwork window from Jaisalmer

This is an exceptionally nice piece - the painting beautifully executed and depicts treasured pieces from around the home

Iron Clad Merchants Box From Shekhawati - 19th Century Period - Meiji This would make a greatThese boxes are locally called peti (casket) and were originally used to store the trousseau (bridal clothes & jewellery). The body of the box is constructed from roheda wood which is clad with iron and brass. Between the 17th & 19th centuries, the Marwari merchants of Shekhawati grew incredibly wealthy from taxing traveling caravans. At the time, craftsmanship of this quality would have been expensive. These boxes are beautiful standalone collectible