Rubari Damchiya Dowry Chest - Circa 1920 Material - Sheesham Wood Brass being higher valued than

Brass being higher valued than iron

Bulb: E27 (max 60w) not included (available with £5 surcharge)

The term suzani comes from the Farsi word for “needle

This is the case for almost every Buddha of this age

Rubari Damchiya Dowry Chest - Circa 1920 Material - Sheesham Wood Brass being higher valued thanThis striking bijou dowry chest originates from the Rabari tribe of Kutch, Gujarat, and dates to around 1920. Known locally as a damchiya, this type of chest was traditionally gifted by a brides family as part of her dowry and would have once held prized possessions such as jewellery, silks, and heirlooms. Crafted from solid teak and finished in its original whitewashed paint, this piece is richly detailed with chip carved geometric patterns and inset