Late 19th Century Red Tikka Box (11) Architectural This specific box

This specific box

titled and signed by the artist

Here we have a stunning Japanese Choba-Dansu

This kettle illustrates the traditional “arare” (hailstone) pattern which is characterised by a textured

Late 19th Century Red Tikka Box (11) Architectural This specific boxThis stunning box originated in India and is known as a Tikka box. This box was handcrafted from wood and has a faded rich red colour, apart from the inside which is stained orange from the powder. It has a circular shape with a distinct hand carved lid on top. Originally, it was used to store sacred powders such as kumkum powder or vermillion. They are then used for applying a bindi or tilak on the forehead during religious ceremonies or as a