Chip Carved Indian Merchants Box - 19th Century Margin Scheme decorative cresting along the top

decorative cresting along the top

It has lovely lacquer beading detailing on the edge

The peony is considered 'The King of Flowers' in China and symbolises beauty

Dimensions: W41 x D31 x H48 cm

For similar examples see Auspicious by Design: A Collection of Antique Tibetan Painted Furniture by C Corona - Plate 61

Chip Carved Indian Merchants Box - 19th Century Margin Scheme decorative cresting along the topThis lovely chip carved antique Indian box is from Northern Rajasthan and has the original ironwork. It is made from roheda wood and dates to the 19th century. These boxes were used in the old days by merchants and traders in the bazaars for storing their cash and ledgers. They were also used by Indian families for the dowry of their daughters, as a trousseau. This style of box is often decorated with chip carving that is almost identical to European