Blue Painted Pithara Console Chest From Southern Gujarat- 19thC Tribal Art 90 x 32 x 84

90 x 32 x 84 (wxdxh cms)

88 x 54 x 135 (wxdxh cms)

92 x 39 x 83 (wxdxh cms)

Dimensions: W120 x D1 x H70 cm

Blue Painted Pithara Console Chest From Southern Gujarat- 19thC Tribal Art 90 x 32 x 84This iron bound teak dowry chest has been reduced in depth to create a dramatic console table. Traditionally, these Pitharas were made with wheels because they were too heavy to lift when loaded with dowry. Painted a rich blue, which has since worn in places creating an iconic finish. Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary variety of styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced India. They were usually made from Teak,