Chinese Immortal or Ancestor Figures - 19th Century Material - Catalpa Wood These carved teak wood tika

These carved teak wood tika boxes were used for storing the red powder used for marking the forehead of Hindus known as a tika mark or bindi

flared base

Dimensions: W160 x D72 x H81 cm

are separated by three drawers€”providing a versatile arrangement for both everyday essentials and treasured items

Chinese Immortal or Ancestor Figures - 19th Century Material - Catalpa Wood These carved teak wood tikaAncestor worship was an integral part of Chinese culture for many centuries. It played an important part in each family's clan life. Ancestor figures were cherished and honoured daily with an offering of incense. This was believed to protect the home and family members. Chinese "kin", lineage, is also known as a "clan". These are families of direct male descendants sharing the same surname. Clans are still most active in the southern and eastern