Painted Betel Nut Box With Mahjong Set From Kerala - 19thC Furniture Prayer rugs have been used

Prayer rugs have been used primarily by Muslims for centuries to cover bare ground while partaking in daily prayers

The front is chip carved in the traditional style with lacquered paneling

24 x 24 x 48 (wxdxh cms)

The original lacquer & painting still remains and there's handy drawers in the front

Hidden Compartment Beneath Removable Panels

Painted Betel Nut Box With Mahjong Set From Kerala - 19thC Furniture Prayer rugs have been usedCarved from a single piece of jackfruit wood and painted, this style of box is known as a "Malabar Box" or "Nettur Petti." and was likely used as a wedding box, jewellery box or betel nut box. The interior contains a complete bone and bamboo Mahjong set. From India References: For similar examples see 'India Village, Tribal, Ritual Art' by Mingei International Museum of Folk Art, page 41. UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 15 More delivery