Brass & Teak Indian Tobacco Box - 19th Century Material - Pear Wood 156 x 45 x 94

156 x 45 x 94 (wxdxh cms)

Perfect for a small desk in a study or as a dressing table

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Brass & Teak Indian Tobacco Box - 19th Century Material - Pear Wood 156 x 45 x 94This style of pot was used for tobacco and opium and is a real collector's piece. This piece dates to the 19th century and has been beautifully constructed using brass and teakwood which has developed a great patina with age. These pots are found in Rajasthan & Gujarat and are made from a single piece of wood. The top on this piece has long since been lost and has an old replacement from the mid 20th century. These pots were well cared for and in