Teak Masala Box From Banswara Tribal Region - Ca 1920 Material - Jackfruit Wood while the natural wear tells

while the natural wear tells the story of its utilitarian origins

This antique iron bound teak dowry chest known as a pithara in India has been reduced in depth to create a dramatic console table

umbrella stand

With Natural Variations And Surface Wear Inherent To Reclaimed Wood

From  from Northern India

Teak Masala Box From Banswara Tribal Region - Ca 1920 Material - Jackfruit Wood while the natural wear tellsThese teak wood tika boxes from Banswara tribal region in Rajasthan are usually carved from a single piece of teak wood. They were used for storing the red powder used for marking the forehead of Hindus known as a tika mark or bindi. The combination of adze marks, smoothing from constant use and a rich patina make this piece a wonderful decorative piece. A perfect gift for a collector of village art, each one is unique. They look wonderful displayed