Carved Indian Merchants Box - 19th Century Material - Cryptomeria From the tribal region of

From the tribal region of Banswara in Rajasthan

in the Punjab and the technique used is known as scratchwork

giving the piece a balanced and architectural feel

140 x 50 x 148 (wxdxh cms)

Now fitted with a modern mirror plate

Carved Indian Merchants Box - 19th Century Material - Cryptomeria From the tribal region ofThis lovely chip carved antique Indian box is from Northern Rajasthan and has the original ironwork. It is made from roheda wood and dates to the 19th century. These boxes were used in the old days by merchants and traders in the bazaars for storing their cash and ledgers. They were also used by Indian families for the dowry of their daughters, as a trousseau. This style of box is often decorated with chip carving that is almost identical to European