Rabari Damchiya Dowry Chest From Kutch - Ca 1920 Material - Walnut the sacred bull and faithful

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birds and geometric motifs

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Rabari Damchiya Dowry Chest From Kutch - Ca 1920 Material - Walnut the sacred bull and faithfulThis dramatic Indian bleached teak dowry chest is from the Rabari tribe of Kutch it's approximately 100 years old. Locally these chests are called 'damchiya'. It is in its original unpolished condition, chip carved and embellished with geometric designs, two opposing peacocks and parrots. Traditionally the brides family had to offer gifts known as dowry to the bridegrooms family if they were to find a good husband for their daughter. Dowry was