Carved Teak Majus Dowry Chest From Saurashtra - 19thC Period - Taishō removable wick holder

removable wick holder

This white marble elephant panel is hand-carved in the Mughal style in the traditional way by the skilled craftsmen & women of Rajasthan

In it's centre is a dragon which represents various phases of the equinox as well as as being a symbol of heaven and the power of spring

This brush is perfect for creating traditional and elegant strokes

a town in Northern Rajasthan

Carved Teak Majus Dowry Chest From Saurashtra - 19thC Period - Taishō removable wick holderThis style of Indian dowry chest is known as a Majus. Identifiable from the chip carved geometric designs, horse brackets and splayed legs, this piece is from Saurashtra in Gujarat. The front of this beautiful chest has been chip carved in the traditional style. It has two horse heads adorning each corner and seated figures perched on each front leg. A central door opens to reveal a large interior storage space. Traditionally the brides family had to