Spotted Lacquer Pot From Rajasthan - Early 20th Century Candlesticks most likely Maharajah Sher Singh

most likely Maharajah Sher Singh or Rajah Lal Singh

poplar and cypress woods

Lacquering is done by a skilled craftsman on a hand-powered lathe

This Chinese porcelain pot & lid was made in China to the tastes of Straits Chinese (Peranakan

Spotted Lacquer Pot From Rajasthan - Early 20th Century Candlesticks most likely Maharajah Sher SinghIndian lacquer pots are true works of art and this colourful lacquer box is an excellent collector's piece. These two colour spotted pots are from the border area of Rajasthan neighbouring Sindh. This piece dates to the early 20th century. Lacquer boxes are commonly used in Rajasthan and Gujarat for storing jewellery or bindi (the red powder that Indian ladies apply to the forehead). Lacquering is done by the craftsman on a hand powered lathe. The