Carved Rapjut Majus Dowry Chest From Gujarat - 19thC Amulets This carved Indian teak panel

This carved Indian teak panel from a Ratha Yatra chariot depicts a Nandi bull and linga-yoni

grain measures like these were used in markets for measuring wheat

Carved from rosewood and adorned with brass metalwork

Peacocks roam freely in Rajasthan & Gujarat and are a symbol of good luck

Carved Rapjut Majus Dowry Chest From Gujarat - 19thC Amulets This carved Indian teak panelThis antique Indian dowry chest is from Gujarat and is known locally as a Majus. The front is chip carved in the traditional style with intricate floral designs and painted light green with lacquer bells overhanging. The central door opens to reveal a single ample interior storage space. There are many styles of majus, this adheres closely to the Rajput community style. A similar example can be seen in "Folk Art & Culture of Gujarat: A Guide to the