Painted Betel Nut Box With Mahjong Set From Kerala - 19thC Chest of Drawers A koshi is a door

A koshi is a door or room divider used in traditional Japanese homes

these were re-enforced with corners of brass or iron

This collaboration was between Toyokuni III

Equally suited to kitchens

Pale Leather Trunk from Shanghai - Circa 1920

Painted Betel Nut Box With Mahjong Set From Kerala - 19thC Chest of Drawers A koshi is a doorCarved 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