Name: Indian Brass Chapati Box - 19th Century
Brand: Indigo Antiques
SKU: A02972V2
Price: 75.0 GBP
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Antique Brass Chapati Box From Rajasthan With Handle And Clasp Circa 1900

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SKU: A02972V2 Circa 1900, from Bombay, India

£75 ^{Inc Tax.}

Dimensions:: W18 x D15.5 x H11 cm
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This antique brass chapati box dates to around 1900 and would once have been used in Rajasthan for storing and transporting chapati (wheat flatbread) and naan. Unlike the more elaborately engraved examples, this box is simple in form, with incised lines around the body and lid, a hinged clasp fastening, and a bold arched handle mounted on spherical terminals.

The design reflects the practical ingenuity of Indian domestic brassware, combining strength and portability with understated style. Its timeworn patina and signs of long use speak to its life in a busy household kitchen. Today, it makes a characterful serving piece, a stylish storage container, or simply a decorative reminder of India's everyday traditions.

Origin: Rajasthan, India
Date: Circa 1900
Materials: Brass
Features: Round form with hinged clasp fastening; arched handle on spherical terminals; incised line decoration; warm aged patina
Condition: Antique, with marks and wear consistent with age and use
Dimensions: W18 x D15.5 x H11 cm

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