Marwari Kharal - Opium Grinder - 19th Century Cotton while the simple shelf interior

while the simple shelf interior provides useful storage

Image of hanger representative and not on the specific mirror shown

This one dates to the 1950's

This practical and sturdy chest has a wonderfully carved locking boss which adds strength to the opening hatch making it more secure

This antique Chinese sideboard is an excellent early to mid Qing dynasty (1644 - 1911) sideboard from Shanxi province

Marwari Kharal - Opium Grinder - 19th Century Cotton while the simple shelf interiorThis Indian opium kharal dates to the 19th century. Kharals were used for grinding opium which was then mixed with water & strained through a retort before drinking. This particular kharal features a naively carved elephant tiger for a handle at one end. The pouring end features a carved spout. It is constructed from rhoeda wood. A lovely feature of this is the hole in the bottom which shows its heavy use. Opium boxes and opium paraphernalia are