Indian Tobacco & Opium Container - 19th Century Material - Kiri Wood Blue and white porcelain is

Blue and white porcelain is decorated with cobalt pigment beneath a transparent glaze

Dating to the 19th century from the desert state of Rajasthan

hallway cupboard or compact sideboard

This piece dates to the 19th century and has been beautifully constructed using teakwood which has developed a great patina with age

Central Ganesh Figure

Indian Tobacco & Opium Container - 19th Century Material - Kiri Wood Blue and white porcelain isThis style of pot was used for tobacco and opium. These pots were in constant use. This piece dates to the 19th century and has been beautifully constructed using roheda wood and brass. The tradition of growing and taking opium in Rajasthan has existed for centuries and to some extent it is still used today during rituals and festivals. Opium boxes were owned by wealthy Marwari merchants and caravan traders across Rajasthan. Opium consumption in