Indian Chakki Coffee Table From Rajasthan - 19thC Origin - Kizilayak with natural surface variation that

with natural surface variation that enhances its authenticity and character

there is a secret side door which in this case has been replaced

decorative storage

as such it is highly prized in China and therefore more expensive

and socialised on the ground

Indian Chakki Coffee Table From Rajasthan - 19thC Origin - Kizilayak with natural surface variation thatThe iconic Indian grinder table is known colloquially as a chakki. These tables have been used in The West as round coffee tables, dog beds & seats. Chakki tables are repurposed teak rice grinding mills from villages in Rajasthan or Gujarat. Originally used with quern stones for grinding wheat or other grains. There is normally a small door at the side for the flour to come out. The Hindi name for these hand operated mills is 'Chakki' or 'Chukki.'