Large Scratchwork Lacquer Pot From Chiniot, Punjab - Late 19th Century Bangles Dimensions: W104 x D58 x

Dimensions: W104 x D58 x H57 cm

There is a story among Tibetans and Mongols that during the rule of Güsh Khaan some Tibetans protested against his rule and sent a cursed tiger to kill him

two small side drawers

Internal space 62 x 37 (wxd cms)

Large Scratchwork Lacquer Pot From Chiniot, Punjab - Late 19th Century Bangles Dimensions: W104 x D58 xAn excellent and large example of an antique Indian scratchwork lacquer pot. It is a true work of art and this colourful lacquer box is an excellent collector's piece. This pot is from Chiniot, in the Punjab and the technique used is known as scratchwork. This piece is over 120 years old and dates from the late 19th century. Lacquer boxes are commonly used in Rajasthan and Gujarat for storing jewellery or bindi (the red powder that Indian ladies apply