Spotted Lacquer Pot From Barmer - 19th Century Small Boxes They were often used as

They were often used as family altars

while gold signifies enlightenment

Door Opening: W75 x H155

Dating from the 19th century it shows signs of its age

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Spotted Lacquer Pot From Barmer - 19th Century Small Boxes They were often used asIndian lacquer pots are true works of art and this colourful lacquer box is an excellent collector's piece. These two colour spotted pots are from the border area of Rajasthan neighbouring Sindh. This piece dates from the 19th Century Lacquer boxes are commonly used in Rajasthan and Gujarat for storing jewellery or bindi (the red powder that Indian ladies apply to the forehead). Lacquering is done by the craftsman on a hand powered lathe by pressing