Brass & Iron Marwari Trousseau Box From Shekhawati - 19th Century Console Tables The patina shows the age

The patina shows the age and life of the pot

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This piece is a fine example of Rajasthani chests made during the 19th century

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Brass & Iron Marwari Trousseau Box From Shekhawati - 19th Century Console Tables The patina shows the ageThis beautiful antique Indian brass trousseau box is from Shekhawati and is an excellent example of the style and dates to the 19th century. These boxes are locally called peti (casket) and were originally used to store the trousseau (bridal clothes & jewellery). Each box is lined with fabric to safeguard the expensive contents. This box unusually is adorned with mirrors fixed to the inside of the lid. The body of the box is constructed from roheda