Teak Masala Box From Rajasthan - Ca 1900 Origin - Sri Lanka 92 x 55 x 57

92 x 55 x 57 (wxdxh cms)

This Burmese red painted papier maché jar and cover have been delicately painted with a band of floral motifs

Condition: Structurally sound with age-related wear

The most striking detail is the carved top gallery

that combines a paste of spices in a betel leaf

Teak Masala Box From Rajasthan - Ca 1900 Origin - Sri Lanka 92 x 55 x 57This lovely antique Indian spice box is from the region of Rajasthan in Northern India. Masala boxes & spice boxes were used daily in every household and were integral to every home. This beautifully carved box is a classic example of how divinity permeates everything in India. Boxes like these were used for storing spices, the word "masala" means 'spice mixture' in Hindi. The lid swivels in the traditional way to reveal four compartments. A perfect