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This antique brass tiffin box, or dabba, dates to the early 20th century and represents one of the most enduring forms of Indian domestic design. Traditionally used to carry lunches, snacks, and small meals, tiffin boxes were an essential part of daily life, especially in busy cities such as Bombay where the famed dabbawalas delivered countless meals each day.
Made from solid brass with a two-tiered container secured by a hinged frame and handle, this example is both practical and beautifully crafted. Its warm patina and signs of long use give it a unique character, while its design reflects the ingenuity of Indian household objects made to last for generations. Today, it can be repurposed as jewellery storage, for food presentation at the table, or simply as a decorative reminder of India's culinary heritage.
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