Brass Paan ( Betelnut) Box from Java - 19th Century Origin - Tibet & Mongolia the lacquer has since worn

the lacquer has since worn away leaving this beautifully rustic finish

hand-shaped into a gently curved “saddle” seat using traditional carpentry techniques

These chests and trunks were used as storage in homes and monasteries

examples were also produced in Hyderabad in southern India

turquoise and violet tones

Brass Paan ( Betelnut) Box from Java - 19th Century Origin - Tibet & Mongolia the lacquer has since wornThis 19th century brass supari box is from the Indonesian Archipelago and would have been used for storing betel nut supari, also known as paan. Paan is a preparation, which combines a paste of spices in a betel leaf, which is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects. Paan boxes are found across Asia and due to the wide variety of styles and designs, they have become very popular with collectors. They're perfect for storing jewellery or as a