Brass Bound Teak Indian 'Pithara' Chest From Saurashtra - 18th Century Wine Jar Mostly carved from a single

Mostly carved from a single piece of teakwood - these were used to store the red powder used for marking the forehead of Hindus known as a Tika mark or Bindi

Then beeswax is mixed with a little oil and kneaded well to soften it

This beautifully grained hand carved marble bowl is very versitile and could be used for a multitude of reasons from standing candles to serving food

it adds both practicality and vintage charm to any home

Materials: Teak wood with mirror glass

Brass Bound Teak Indian 'Pithara' Chest From Saurashtra - 18th Century Wine Jar Mostly carved from a singleThis style of pithara is from a Kathi home in Saurashtra and was known in the local Gujarati dialect as a pataro. The Kathi were a ruling caste in Saurashtra and these chests would have contained a grand dowry. It is perfect for the storage of bedding for occasional guests. Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary variety of styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced India and were used for storing valuables such as textiles,