Marwari Trousseau Box From Shekhawati - 19th Century Origin - Turkmenisten it makes a striking and

it makes a striking and practical piece for modern interiors

102 x 47 x 159 (wxdxh cms)

however it is made from a reclaimed carved teak door & reclaimed teak which has been salvaged from old buildings in Rajasthan and Gujarat

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Marwari Trousseau Box From Shekhawati - 19th Century Origin - Turkmenisten it makes a striking andThis Indian antique etched brass box is from Shekhawati and is an excellent example of the style and dates to the 19th century. These boxes are locally called peti (casket) and were originally used to store the trousseau (bridal clothes & jewellery). Each box is lined with fabric to safeguard the expensive contents. The body of the box is constructed from roheda wood which is clad with iron and brass. The brass work is delicately hand beaten, etched,