Brass Jali Work Paan Box From India - Early 20th Century Vases Bohemian - Possibly Biedermeier -

Bohemian - Possibly Biedermeier - Flash Cut Clear and Rose Glass Scent Bottle - Beautifully decorated in Gilt

where knives were sharpened countless times in the distant past

this candle holder will make an eye catching centrepiece on a table

Chariot panels originate mostly from Tamil Nadu in South India

It encourages decision-making

Brass Jali Work Paan Box From India - Early 20th Century Vases Bohemian - Possibly Biedermeier -These Indian brass boxes were used for storage of paan leaves and are often called pandan boxes. Paan is a preparation, which combines a paste of spices in a betel leaf, which is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects. After chewing it is either spat out or swallowed. Paan has many variations. Slaked lime (chunam) paste is commonly added to bind the leaves. The skilled paan maker is known as a paanwala in North India. A similar example can