Name: Brass Bound Trousseau From Shekhawati - 19th Century
Brand: Indigo Antiques
SKU: A02793
Price: 545.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

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SKU: A02793 19th Century, from Shekhawati, India

£545 ^{Inc Tax.}

Dimensions:: W54 x D40 x H26 cm
Quality:: Every piece restored & checked in UK
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This Indian antique etched brass box is from Shekhawati and is an superb 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).The body of the box is constructed from roheda wood which is clad with brass.

The brasswork is delicately hand beaten, etched, and chased with a repeating leaf motif. Between the 17th & 19th centuries, the Marwari merchants of Shekhawati grew incredibly wealthy from taxing traveling caravans. At the time, craftsmanship of this quality would have been expensive. These boxes are beautiful standalone collectible pieces but are also functional for storing valuables & jewellery.

From India

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