Old Lacquer Pot From Rajasthan - 19th Century Material - Mulberry Wood Indian locks have become an

Indian locks have become an intriguing collectible over the years

Each panel is supplied with strong wall hangers and mounting plates for secure installation

This white marble lotus bowl has been beautifully carved by hand in the old fashion way by skilled craftsmen in small workshops in Udaipur

The beautifully subtle colours of the paint are the original mineral colours and there is intricate chip carving across the mihrab panels and pillars

Old Lacquer Pot From Rajasthan - 19th Century Material - Mulberry Wood Indian locks have become anThis pretty lacquer pot is over 100 years old and is beautifully decorative. Used for storing bindi (the red powder that Indian ladies apply to the forehead signifying the third eye). Lacquering is done by the craftsman on a hand powered lathe. The wooden pot is spun and a lac stick is pressed against the pot. As the pot spins friction softens the lac which coats the surface of the wood. Quite intricate designs can be created by the craftsman using