Chip Carved Dowry Hut Box From Rajasthan - 19thC India also known as zelkova has

also known as zelkova has a vivid grain structure

An unusual Chinese altar table with 3 drawers made from pear wood and dating from the 19th century

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From Eastern Tibet

Chip Carved Dowry Hut Box From Rajasthan - 19thC India also known as zelkova hasFinely carved from Roheda wood, with a classical chip carved design, this hut shaped box is typical of the style in Rajasthan. Used in the old days for storage of the family dowry. This particular box has especially beautiful carvings. Bound with iron and brass this is an excellent example of what is now becoming rarer to find on our travels. A useful box for storage plus a collectors piece of antique Tribal Art from Jaisalmer, Rajasthan From India 48