Red Lacquer Pot From Uttar Pradesh - Ca 1930 Lamp Niches Round Mother Of Pearl Inlaid

Round Mother Of Pearl Inlaid Mirror

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This piece is extremely heavy & we would need to to discuss access for delivery prior to purchase

this cylindrical container features a hinged lid secured with an attractive decorative clasp and floral motif handle

It was used for making furniture and doors until the early 20th century when it became very scarce due to over cutting

Red Lacquer Pot From Uttar Pradesh - Ca 1930 Lamp Niches Round Mother Of Pearl InlaidThis style of Indian lacquer pot is found only in Uttar Pradesh in the North of India. Simpler in design than Rajasthani lacquer pots they utilise the same red lacquer found on Chinese cabinets. These lacquer pots are fantastic collectables and this piece is almost 100 years old, dating to the early 20th century. Lacquer boxes are commonly used for storing jewellery or bindi (the red powder that Indian ladies apply to the forehead). The interior has