Pithara Dowry Chest From Saurashtra - Early 19th Century Candlesticks as is typical of this

as is typical of this regional style

Materials: Teak wood with mirror glass

John Honeyford worked in the Indian Army

The central stand is called a stambha and is decorated with a peacock riding an elephant

Please note the historic damage in the photos

Pithara Dowry Chest From Saurashtra - Early 19th Century Candlesticks as is typical of thisThis brass and iron bound teak wood dowry chest known as a pithara in India has been reduced in depth to create a dramatic console table. It dates to the early 19th century and also has a secret compartment. This style of pithara is from a Kathi home in Saurashtra and was known in the local dialect as a pataro. The Kathi were a ruling caste in Saurashtra and these chests would have contained a grand dowry. It is perfect for storage of bedding for