Brass & Iron Trousseau Box From Shekhawati - 19th Century Material - Stone Useful in the kitchen or

Useful in the kitchen or it would make either a very unique decorative ornament or a practical desk tidy for keys and change etc

Decorated with peonies and other flowers

The mould is then heated and molten brass or bronze is poured into the empty clay mould

108 x 33 82

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Brass & Iron Trousseau Box From Shekhawati - 19th Century Material - Stone Useful in the kitchen orThis sturdy iron and teak wood antique Indian box is decorated with hand beaten brass border and panels. It dates from the 19th century. These boxes are locally called peti (casket) and were originally used to store the trousseau (bridal clothes). Wrought iron handles provide a reliable lift even when fully loaded. From India 48 x 35 x 25 (wxdxh cms) UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 15 More delivery options available at checkout