Locust Wood Cabinet From Gansu Province - 19th Century India it is made from reclaimed

it is made from reclaimed teak wood which is salvaged from old buildings in Rajasthan and Gujarat

Paraths were used as mixing bowls for making chapatti and paratha

this piece is from Saurashtra in Gujarat

noodle cabinets would have been used for storing and drying noodles and other foods

Locust Wood Cabinet From Gansu Province - 19th Century India it is made from reclaimedA good Qing dynasty locust wood cabinet from Gansu. Locust wood is now extinct and is often confused with elm wood. Locust wood develops a beautiful patina & colour with age. This piece also has a wonderful prominent grain structure. A useful configuration, with two drawers and a large accessible storage space below.