Pithara Dowry Chest From Saurashtra - Early 19th Century Candlesticks Hand-stitched by rural artisans

Hand-stitched by rural artisans

132 x 52 x 85 (wxdxh cms)

her trance was broken

Please note the historic damage in the photos

Its naturally aged surface displays a rich patina acquired through decades of use

Pithara Dowry Chest From Saurashtra - Early 19th Century Candlesticks Hand-stitched by rural artisansThis brass and iron bound teak wood dowry chest known as a pithara in India has been reduced in depth to create a dramatic console table. It dates to the early 19th century and also has a secret compartment. This style of pithara is from a Kathi home in Saurashtra and was known in the local dialect as a pataro. The Kathi were a ruling caste in Saurashtra and these chests would have contained a grand dowry. It is perfect for storage of bedding for