Brass Jali Work Paan Box From Rajasthan - Early 20th Century Material Cardboard Upcycled from an old teak

Upcycled from an old teak pillar capitol

Handcrafted in Nepal using traditional weaving techniques

Mutsu Province' Dating from 1856 - Edo Period these old prints have been reframed by our skilled team in a simple matte black wood frame

framed by scrolling foliage borders

35 x 35 x 80 (wxdxh cms)

Brass Jali Work Paan Box From Rajasthan - Early 20th Century Material Cardboard Upcycled from an old teakThis old Indian brass box was used for the storage of paan leaves. Paan is a preparation, which combines a paste of spices in a betel leaf, which is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects. Slaked lime (chunam) paste is commonly added to bind the leaves. The skilled Paan maker is known as a paanwala in North India. Today this beautiful jali work box would make a perfect jewellery or keepsake box. From India UK Delivery Charge except