Indian Tika Box From Banswara - 19th Century Origin - Congo Its rounded bowl form and

Its rounded bowl form and sturdy flared base are enhanced with stylised lotus-bud motifs€”symbols of purity and renewal in Chinese art

this piece is a fine collector's example of Indian craftsmanship and tradition

This magnificent 19th-century teak horse head corbel originates from Gujarat and was originally carved as an architectural element from a grand doorway

Dimensions: W43 x D43 x H84 cm

Luxuriously soft and effortlessly elegant

Indian Tika Box From Banswara - 19th Century Origin - Congo Its rounded bowl form andThese 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 19th century and is over 100 years old. It's decorated with carved stylised lotuses and the handle features stylised horses. A perfect gift for a collector of village art, each one is