Carved Teak Tika Box From Banswara, Rajasthan - Ca 1920 Singing Bowl This rare survivor was salvaged

This rare survivor was salvaged from a structure no longer in repairable condition

The simple yet practical design reflects the understated elegance of traditional Indian tableware

warmth and character to any setting

Dimensions: W108 x D108 x H70 cm

structurally sound

Carved Teak Tika Box From Banswara, Rajasthan - Ca 1920 Singing Bowl This rare survivor was salvagedThese carved teak wood tika boxes from Banswara tribal region in Rajasthan are usually carved from a single piece of teak wood. They were used for storing the red powder used for marking the forehead of Hindus known as a Tika mark or Bindi. This piece dates to the start of the 20th century and is over 100 years old. A perfect gift for a collector of village art, each one is unique. They look wonderful displayed in a group on a wall or table.