Indian Tika Box From Banswara - 19th Century
These carved teak wood tika boxes from Banswara tribal region in Rajasthan are usually carved from a single piece of teak wood. They were used for storing the red powder used for marking the forehead of Hindus known as a Tika mark or Bindi.
This piece dates to the 19th century and is over 100 years old. It's decorated with carved stylised lotuses and the handle features stylised horses.Ā
A perfect gift for a collector of village art, each one is unique. They look wonderful displayed in a group on a wall or table.
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Indian Tika Box From Banswara - 19th Century
These carved teak wood tika boxes from Banswara tribal region in Rajasthan are usually carved from a single piece of teak wood. They were used for storing the red powder used for marking the forehead of Hindus known as a Tika mark or Bindi.
This piece dates to the 19th century and is over 100 years old. It's decorated with carved stylised lotuses and the handle features stylised horses.Ā
A perfect gift for a collector of village art, each one is unique. They look wonderful displayed in a group on a wall or table.
Ā
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These carved teak wood tika boxes from Banswara tribal region in Rajasthan are usually carved from a single piece of teak wood. They were used for storing the red powder used for marking the forehead of Hindus known as a Tika mark or Bindi.
This piece dates to the 19th century and is over 100 years old. It's decorated with carved stylised lotuses and the handle features stylised horses.Ā
A perfect gift for a collector of village art, each one is unique. They look wonderful displayed in a group on a wall or table.
Ā
