{"product_id":"antique-indian-carved-masala-box","title":"Carved Masala Box From Rajasthan - 19th Century","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully hand-carved \u003cstrong\u003eantique spice box\u003c\/strong\u003e originates from Rajasthan in Northern India. Known locally as a \u003cem\u003emasala dani\u003c\/em\u003e, it was once a daily essential in every household, used to store and serve aromatic spice blends that form the heart of Indian cooking. The word \u003cem\u003emasala\u003c\/em\u003e translates to “spice mixture” in Hindi, reflecting the central role these boxes played in culinary life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpertly carved from a single piece of hardwood, this example features two compartments revealed by a \u003cstrong\u003eswivelling lid\u003c\/strong\u003e — a traditional design still found in rural kitchens today. Its intricate floral carvings and rich dark patina speak of both beauty and practicality, embodying the Indian belief that artistry and everyday life are deeply intertwined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rajasthan, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19th Century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carved Hardwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved floral motifs, two internal compartments, swivelling lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent antique condition with rich natural patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e W34 x D14 x H8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Indigo Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55118022607231,"sku":"A02599","price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0217\/2522\/files\/A02599_badea5df-f7d2-4468-8033-2d9cdf231485.jpg?v=1760696127","url":"https:\/\/www.indigo-uk.com\/products\/antique-indian-carved-masala-box","provider":"Indigo Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}