Brass Jali Work Paan Box From Rajasthan - Early 20th Century Material Cardboard used to hold freshly ground

used to hold freshly ground spices during food preparation

suspended pendants

Condition: Excellent antique condition with weathered patina

A delightful piece with monkeys and birds on the branches This is a museum quality reproduction bronze

Brass Jali Work Paan Box From Rajasthan - Early 20th Century Material Cardboard used to hold freshly groundThis old Indian brass box was used for the storage of paan leaves. Paan is a preparation, which combines a paste of spices in a betel leaf, which is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects. Slaked lime (chunam) paste is commonly added to bind the leaves. The skilled Paan maker is known as a paanwala in North India. Today this beautiful jali work box would make a perfect jewellery or keepsake box. From India UK Delivery Charge except