Bronze Paan Box From Deccan - Circa 18th Century Jali Panel Decorated with subtle peony flowers

Decorated with subtle peony flowers

The beautiful opera scenes that decorate the front of the chest were often allegorical

Evocative and finely crafted

allowing sections to be separated or stacked as needed

coloured lac sticks were pressed against the spinning wooden pot

Bronze Paan Box From Deccan - Circa 18th Century Jali Panel Decorated with subtle peony flowersThis elegant bronze paan box from the Deccan dates to the 18th century and is a fine example of the sophisticated metalworking traditions for which the region became renowned. Cast in a distinctive lobed form and richly engraved throughout, the box combines practical function with refined decorative artistry. Its sculptural silhouette and deeply developed patina give it a quiet presence that reflects centuries of use and careful preservation.