Teak Masala Box From Banswara Tribal Region - Ca 1920
These 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.
The combination of adze marks, smoothing from constant use and a rich patina make this piece a wonderful decorative piece.
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.
Dimensions:
18 x 11 x 6 (wxdxh cms)
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From Banswara, India
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UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£7.50
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Teak Masala Box From Banswara Tribal Region - Ca 1920
These 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.
The combination of adze marks, smoothing from constant use and a rich patina make this piece a wonderful decorative piece.
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.
Dimensions:
18 x 11 x 6 (wxdxh cms)
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From Banswara, India
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UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£7.50
More delivery options available at checkout
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These 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.
The combination of adze marks, smoothing from constant use and a rich patina make this piece a wonderful decorative piece.
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.
Dimensions:
18 x 11 x 6 (wxdxh cms)
Ā
From Banswara, India
Ā
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£7.50
More delivery options available at checkout
