Brass Food Caddy From Bombay - Ca 1950 Material Cardboard 32 x 6 x 48

32 x 6 x 48 (wxdxh cms)

This Indian archway is from Punjab and carved in the Mughal style from teak

Each one has its own hand etched Mughal design

or resin incense can be added by removing the lid on the hump of the elephant

Note the historic damage to the cobra head visible in photos

Brass Food Caddy From Bombay - Ca 1950 Material Cardboard 32 x 6 x 48This antique brass food caddy from northern India dates to around the 1950s and would once have been used for storing staples such as rice, flour, or biscuits. Their tall cylindrical shape and solid brass construction reflect the enduring practicality of traditional Indian kitchenware, while the warm golden patina tells the story of long domestic use. What sets these examples apart are their long looped handles, designed to make them easier to carry