Vintage Lacquer Pot From India - Early 20th Century Screens With nearly two centuries of

With nearly two centuries of age

This one was used in the markets as a shopkeepers cashbox

Condition: Beautiful

making this both a functional and highly decorative piece of Chinese furniture

boot room or beneath a row of windows

Vintage Lacquer Pot From India - Early 20th Century Screens With nearly two centuries ofIndian lacquer pots are true works of art and this colourful lacquer box is an excellent collector's piece. These two colour spotted pots are from the border area of Kutch and neighboring Sindh. The practice of lacquering came from Sindh many Sindhi people migrated to Kutch bringing tradition with them Lacquering is done by the craftsman on a hand powered lathe. The wooden pot is spun and a lac stick is pressed against the pot. As the pot spins