Late 19th Century Indian Red Tikka Box (1) Chairs lock plates and bands

lock plates and bands

This specific trunk originated in Tianjin

The dimensions are as follows: H - 28cm

a solid brass collar connects to a brass hook

The base contains two small drawers (pigeon holes) with simple round pulls

Late 19th Century Indian Red Tikka Box (1) Chairs lock plates and bandsThis stunning box originated in India and is known as a Tikka box. This box was handcrafted from wood and, due to its age, has a faded deep red colour, apart from the inside which is black with remnants of orange powder. It has a circular shape with a distinct hand carved lid on top. Originally, it was used to store sacred powders such as kumkum powder or vermillion. They are then used for applying a bindi or tilak on the forehead during religious