Carved Tobacco & Opium Container - 19th Century Scarves 38 x 8 x 41

38 x 8 x 41 (wxdxh cms)

Cizhou pottery was created for everyday life

Two very useful drawers and a shelf inside the cupboard

flanked by a pair of stylised peacocks

148 x 46 x 85 (wxdxh cms)

Carved Tobacco & Opium Container - 19th Century Scarves 38 x 8 x 41This style of pot was used for tobacco and opium. These pots were in constant use. This piece dates to the 18th century and has been beautifully constructed using roheda wood and brass. The tradition of growing and taking opium in Rajasthan has existed for centuries and to some extent it is still used today during rituals and festivals. Opium boxes were owned by wealthy Marwari merchants and caravan traders across Rajasthan. Opium consumption in