Painted Betel Nut Box With Mahjong Set From Kerala - 19thC Furniture The front is chip carved

The front is chip carved in the traditional style with lacquered paneling

framed by a contrasting dark border adorned with delicate

Dimensions: W18 x D18 x H44 cm

Prayer rugs have been used primarily by Muslims for centuries to cover bare ground while partaking in daily prayers

24 x 24 x 48 (wxdxh cms)

Painted Betel Nut Box With Mahjong Set From Kerala - 19thC Furniture The front is chip carvedCarved from a single piece of jackfruit wood and painted, this style of box is known as a "Malabar Box" or "Nettur Petti." and was likely used as a wedding box, jewellery box or betel nut box. The interior contains a complete bone and bamboo Mahjong set. From India References: For similar examples see 'India Village, Tribal, Ritual Art' by Mingei International Museum of Folk Art, page 41. UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 15 More delivery