Chip Carved Indian Merchants Box - 19th Century Margin Scheme decorative cresting along the top

decorative cresting along the top

Handmade using 100% cotton in India these lovely Indian indigo block print throws use traditional techniques and indigo dye

The peony is considered 'The King of Flowers' in China and symbolises beauty

It has lovely lacquer beading detailing on the edge

Each vessel was central to communal cooking and ceremonial gatherings

Chip Carved Indian Merchants Box - 19th Century Margin Scheme decorative cresting along the topThis lovely chip carved antique Indian box is from Northern Rajasthan and has the original ironwork. It is made from roheda wood and dates to the 19th century. These boxes were used in the old days by merchants and traders in the bazaars for storing their cash and ledgers. They were also used by Indian families for the dowry of their daughters, as a trousseau. This style of box is often decorated with chip carving that is almost identical to European