Jackfruit Wood Coconut Grater From Kerala - 19th Century Period - Early 20th Century but also works as a

but also works as a dramatic vase for a dried flower arrangement

Painstakingly restored in our workshops this cabinet comes with a key and working lock mechanism

These caskets would have been used daily by families for keeping cash and valuables

Dimensions: W89 x D4 x H120 cm

this example has high quality wrought iron jali work allowing a breeze to pass through whilst keeping animals and unwanted visitors out of the home

Jackfruit Wood Coconut Grater From Kerala - 19th Century Period - Early 20th Century but also works as aThis 19th century coconut grater is from Kerala in South India. The iron blade is shaped as a graceful peacock, the base is carved from a single block of jackfruit wood. It reflects the wealth and high quality artisanal work coming from South India driven by the Nattukottai Chettiar merchant caste. Like many utility pieces from India, it is embellished with very beautiful carvings for such a functional piece and has a wonderful rich patina from daily