Old Scratchwork Lacquer Pot From Kutch - 19th Century Bangles Beautifully patinated willow & pine

Beautifully patinated willow & pine butter churn

An excellent antique Japanese Showa era cast bronze tiger okimono

Its versatile design makes it ideal for year-round wear

Instead of beautiful sensory objects

Originally part of a traditional window or shutter

Old Scratchwork Lacquer Pot From Kutch - 19th Century Bangles Beautifully patinated willow & pineIndian lacquer pots are true works of art and this colourful lacquer box is an excellent collector's piece. This pot is from Kutch and the technique used is known as scratchwork. This piece dates from the 19th century. Lacquer boxes are commonly used in Rajasthan and Gujarat for storing jewellery or bindi (the red powder that Indian ladies apply to the forehead). Lacquering is done by the craftsman on a hand powered lathe. The wooden pot is spun and a