Name: 4 Tier Indian Vintage Brass Tiffin Box Set - Ca 1920
Brand: Indigo Antiques
SKU: A02655V1
Price: 145.0 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

Antique Brass Indian Multi Tiered Tiffin With Carry Handle

Handle And Inscription Detail From Antique Brass Indian Multi Tiered Tiffin With Carry Handle

Antique Brass Indian Tiffin Box Dabba With Two Tier Containers Early 20th Century

Deconstructed View Of Antique Brass Indian Multi Tiered Tiffin With Carry Handle

Inscription Detail From Antique Brass Indian Multi Tiered Tiffin With Carry Handle

Interior Of Antique Brass Indian Multi Tiered Tiffin With Carry Handle

SKU: A02655V1 Circa 1920, from Bombay, India

Dimensions:: W17 x D15.5 x H40 cm
Quality:: Every piece restored & checked in UK

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This wonderfully characterful brass Indian tiffin (dabba) dates to around 100 years old and beautifully reflects everyday craftsmanship from early 20th-century India. Hand-constructed in multiple stacked compartments and secured by a sturdy hinged frame, it was originally used to transport home-cooked meals. This example carries a hand-punched Hindi name inscription, adding a personal and authentic touch.

The warm brass surface shows gentle wear, small dents, and age marks from its original use, all of which contribute to its charm. Today, these historic tiffins make excellent jewellery storage pieces, tabletop décor, or unique food presentation vessels for dry items.

Origin: India
Date: Early 20th Century (c. 1900–1930)
Materials: Brass; tin/metal-lined interior; iron/brass frame
Features: Multi-tiered construction; hinged carry handle; punched Hindi name inscription; aged patina
Condition: Age-related wear and small dents; see photos
Dimensions: W17 x D15.5 x H40 cm

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