Red Painted Trunk From Shanxi - Ca 1900 Origin - Uzbekistan Hand made in Rajasthan from

Hand made in Rajasthan from Recycled materials

it is over 100 years old and covered in marks

this example is as practical as it is decorative—perfect for garden entertaining or as a sculptural planter when not in use

the compact proportions and four practical drawers reflect its functional purpose — designed to store documents

these very decorative betel nut cutters were used in the preparation of Paan  A utility item

Red Painted Trunk From Shanxi - Ca 1900 Origin - Uzbekistan Hand made in Rajasthan fromThis old red painted Chinese trunk is from Shanxi Province in Northern China and dates from circa 1900. This chest is constructed from painted paulownia wood (tong mu ). Paulownia trees were often planted at the birth of a daughter and were considered symbols of prosperity, fertility & marital bliss. Upon reaching maturity the tree would be crafted into furniture and given as part of a bride's dowry symbolising hope for a prosperous & enduring