Forney, TX
Details
- Dimensions
- 9ʺW × 9ʺD × 6.75ʺH
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- India
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Bronze
- Copper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Copper
- Condition Notes
- Excellent antique condition with patina. Excellent antique condition with patina. less
- Description
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A beautiful handmade copper and bronze antique Betel Nut Chapati Paan-daan box with elegantly aged patina. A quick way to …
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A beautiful handmade copper and bronze antique Betel Nut Chapati Paan-daan box with elegantly aged patina. A quick way to add texture, character, color and rustic elements.
Born in India during the mid 19th century, in circular form featuring hand hammered, pierced and engraved floral and foliate relief decoration, top lid with handle, can be locked with a padlock, the top opening to incised circular lift tray, revealing six hammered storage jars, bowls, containers of varied sizes, all with corresponding cover, plate, dish. Betel leaf, and various herbs/spices remnants present, each incised on the tops and sides. Having the complete set of all fourteen piece is extremely rare.
Can be used as a portable spice/herb rack, ingredient storage and travel, smoking tobacco box, incense case, carry and organize arts and craft supplies, table/desk organization container, with a lock it can be used as a small unique safe. It's ornate, interesting, highly decorative and presents wonderfully. Makes for great decor or conversation.
Dimensions: (approx)
Box: 9"Diameter, 6.75"H
Largest jar: 2.5"H less
Forney, TX
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