Still in working order and with a wonderful rich patina and smoothed surfaces
the box opens to reveal a luxurious red velvet-lined interior containing its original set of twelve glass scent bottles
These types of low Indian prayer tables were known as bajots and are found in many styles around India
Three cast iron hooks have been added to create a functional coat rack while preserving the character of the original panel
Though sometimes mistaken for a family crest (mon)
Stone Idli Maker - Ca 1920 Material - Glass Still in working order andCarved from solid stone, this antique mould once steamed soft, fragrant idlis in a South Indian kitchen. Its six rounded bowls, worn smooth through use, speak of family rituals, shared meals, and the quiet rhythm of tradition. The weathered patina and earthy texture give it a timeless presence, simple yet profound. Today, it makes a striking decorative piece perfect as a candle holder, where flickering lights glow from each hollow, or as a sculptural