Carved Brass Paan (Betelnut) Box from Rajasthan Circa - 19th Century Material - Burr Elm It is good to give

It is good to give old people chrysanthemum flowers because they symbolize a strong life

This beautifully patinated teak mirror was made by the Bhil tribe in Banswara

and originates from eastern India

5 x 23 (wxdxh cms)

Carefully crafted by rural artisans

Carved Brass Paan (Betelnut) Box from Rajasthan Circa - 19th Century Material - Burr Elm It is good to giveThis 19th century brass supari box is from the Indonesian Archipelago and would have been used for storing betel nut supari, also known as paan. Paan is a preparation, which combines a paste of spices in a betel leaf, which is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects. Rectangular in shape with lobed ends and beautifully carved with floral patterns, this piece would look great in a wide range of interiors. Paan boxes are found across Asia and