Regency Style Red Lacquer Pot From Kutch - 19th Century Bath Robes and arches separate

and arches separate

this chest is both highly durable and visually striking

This example is a later copy made in the 1960's

This antique brass and iron bound chest dates to the 19th century and is from Rajasthan

This old Indian lintel panel was salvaged from the entranceway to a building fallen into disrepair in the state of Andhra Pradesh

Regency Style Red Lacquer Pot From Kutch - 19th Century Bath Robes and arches separateIndian lacquer pots are true works of art and this colourful lacquer box is an excellent collector's piece. This pot is from Kutch in Gujarat and the technique used is known as scratchwork. This piece dates from the early 20th centuryLacquer boxes are commonly used in Rajasthan and Gujarat for storing jewellery or bindi (the red powder that Indian ladies apply to the forehead). Lacquering is done by the craftsman on a hand powered lathe. The wooden