Painted Betel Nut Box With Mahjong Set From Kerala - 19thC Chest of Drawers also called Sheesham wood and

also called Sheesham wood and is painted in a flat beige colour

Pale Leather Trunk from Shanghai - Circa 1920

these were re-enforced with corners of brass or iron

Equally suited to kitchens

weathering and minor losses consistent with architectural use

Painted Betel Nut Box With Mahjong Set From Kerala - 19thC Chest of Drawers also called Sheesham wood andCarved 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