Brass & Lacquered Chest From Bikaner - Early 19th Century Material - Iron The latches

The latches

This beautiful console table has been crafted from reclaimed wood salvaged from old buildings in Rajasthan and Gujarat

illustrating the enduring popularity of pierced brass paandan boxes throughout western India

A bronze puja bell 90-120 years old that would have been used while performing puja (Hindu prayers) all over India in both homes and in temples

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Brass & Lacquered Chest From Bikaner - Early 19th Century Material - Iron The latchesThis rare antique Indian chest is from Bikaner in Rajasthan. It dates to the early 19th century (or earlier). Beautifully constructed with a double hasp and green & red lacquer work, this would have been made for a wealthy client and features a mix of brass and iron hardware. Bikaner is unique to Rajasthan that it had access to cedar wood from the himalayas. The base of this chest and the candle box are constructed from cedar wood. The main body of