Rajasthani Lacquer Pot Size:Small often the most enduring elements

often the most enduring elements of such toys

Whether displayed individually or as a pair

while maintaining privacy and creating beautiful patterns of shade within interiors

Perhaps Ming Dynasty 16th-17th century

Today this box would make a perfect ornate storage place for trinkets or jewelry

Rajasthani Lacquer Pot Size:Small often the most enduring elementsThese charming reproduction lacquer pots are crafted using the traditional Indian technique of lac turning, also known as etched nakshi. Each pot is hand turned on a simple lathe, with layers of natural lacquer applied and then intricately scratched to reveal the contrasting design beneath. The bold black background and warm yellow floral motifs are typical of Rajasthans lacquerware tradition. Originally, pots like these were used for storing bindithe