Indian Carved Tika Box From Banswara - 19th Century Material - Pine Condition: Naturally aged finish with

Condition: Naturally aged finish with characterful wear

the copper will naturally develop a verdigris patina

on a floral brocade pattern ground

As with most Japanese furniture

Materials: Hardwood with brass bindings and fittings

Indian Carved Tika Box From Banswara - 19th Century Material - Pine Condition: Naturally aged finish withThis carved teak wood tika box from the Banswara tribal region of Rajasthan is a fine example of 19th century village craftsmanship. Traditionally carved from a single piece of teak, these boxes were used to store the sacred red powder (kumkum) applied to the forehead as a tika or bindi, an important Hindu ritual mark. This piece, over 100 years old, is richly decorated with stylised lotus carvings, a symbol of purity, and features a handle carved in