Brass Bound Rosewood Document Box From Kerala - 19th Century Vases 31 x 14 x 28

31 x 14 x 28 (wxdxh cms)

The dragons face a central wheel of dharma

rich aged patina

This print can also be found in the Metropolitan Museum

Brass Bound Rosewood Document Box From Kerala - 19th Century Vases 31 x 14 x 28This beautiful old Indian document box is crafted from luxurious solid rosewood. It's an excellent example of Indian craftsmanship with brass bindings over its exterior and delicate rosewood detailings on the interior. These rosewood Indian boxes were made for carrying documents and writing supplies. They would also have been used for storing valuables. You can see a clear influence in style from the British occupation in India. This style of box is