Carved Teak Majus Dowry Chest From Banswara - 19th Century Style - Ginger Jar Its simple design features circular

Its simple design features circular brass fittings and traditional Chinese carving on both sides

This reproduction Chinese porcelain vase is hand made on the potters wheel in the traditional way

The decorative gold lettering on the glass — reading “Ice Cream

135 x 72 x 49 (wxdxh cms)

Materials: Hand-carved teak wood with traces of original pigment

Carved Teak Majus Dowry Chest From Banswara - 19th Century Style - Ginger Jar Its simple design features circularThis old Indian majus dowry chest from Southern Rajasthan has been given a new lease of life with a light blue paint wash. It dates to the 19th century and the style is specific to Banswara province. The front of this impressive piece is chip carved in the traditional style and also displays classic Mughal arches within its design. Traces of old paint are still visible in its carvings giving it a splash of colour. Two doors open and a third slides