Carved Teak Majus Dowry Chest From Saurashtra - 19thC Period - Taishō Unframed Japanese Woodblock Print Ca

Unframed Japanese Woodblock Print Ca 1848 - 1920 Kunisada III

betelnut cutters to name but a few examples

This antique dog gate was made in the 19th century and has a faded paint finish

This white marble elephant panel is hand-carved in the Mughal style in the traditional way by the skilled craftsmen & women of Rajasthan

the smell of camphor discouraged moths and other insects making these chests perfect for storage of silks

Carved Teak Majus Dowry Chest From Saurashtra - 19thC Period - Taishō Unframed Japanese Woodblock Print CaThis style of Indian dowry chest is known as a Majus. Identifiable from the chip carved geometric designs, horse brackets and splayed legs, this piece is from Saurashtra in Gujarat. The front of this beautiful chest has been chip carved in the traditional style. It has two horse heads adorning each corner and seated figures perched on each front leg. A central door opens to reveal a large interior storage space. Traditionally the brides family had to