Teak Masala Box From Banswara - Ca 1900 Desks The two painted male children

The two painted male children are a motif commonly found in China & Mongolia often referred to as the '100 boys' motif

hand-painted depiction of Radha and Krishna

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helped by the iron bindings and handles which reinforce the frame of this chest

a dignitary can be seen wearing traditional Chinese dress and a late Qing dynasty rank badge adorned with a tiger

Teak Masala Box From Banswara - Ca 1900 Desks The two painted male childrenThis lovely antique Indian spice box is from the region of Rajasthan in Northern India. Masala boxes & spice boxes were used daily in every household and were integral to every home. This beautifully carved box is a classic example of how divinity permeates everything in India. Boxes like these were used for storing spices, the word "masala" means 'spice mixture' in Hindi. The lid swivels in the traditional way to reveal five compartments. A perfect