Kashmir Tinned Paan Dan Box - 19th Century Dog Gates The circular fittings are made

The circular fittings are made from brass

It has developed a wonderful patina and would make a nice decorative piece for a kitchen

or simply as a decorative object that tells the story of China's rural past

It faces two lingams

This charming Anglo-Indian school bench is full of character and is still incredibly sturdy

Kashmir Tinned Paan Dan Box - 19th Century Dog Gates The circular fittings are madeA late 19th century paan box from Kashmir. Rich with intricate repouss and pierced work decoration, this box is made from copper which has been tinned (a traditional local process called kalai). The kalai process is to avoid contents coming into contact with bare copper which can make food toxic. Hindus also believe that copper attracts a divine consciousness. The lid is decorated with Surya (sun) and Chandra (moon) symbolising ultimate cosmic