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or kitchenware in a hallway
Krishna is seen playing the flute
or as planters or desk tidy
Like many things in India these knife sheaths were made for a practical purpose - for cutting grass in the Terai - beautifully carved from teak by Nepalese craft-men in the Terai - 19thC - Seldom used in these times of modern tools
It is over 230 years old and has a beautiful patina
Teak Rubari Damchiya Dowry Chest From Kutch - Ca 1940's Origin - Miao Tribe or kitchenware in a hallwayThis dramatic Indian bleached teak dowry chest is from the Rabari tribe of Kutch. Locally these chests are called 'damchiya'. It is in its original unpolished condition, chip carved and embellished with geometric design, colourful paintwork and mirror panels. Traditionally the bride's family had to offer gifts known as dowry to the bridegroom's family if they were to find a good husband for their daughter. Dowry was normally gold jewellery and silk
