Antique Indian Boxes

   Round brass hinged and lidded box
  Antique Indian Boxes

The clanging and banging of blacksmiths and metalworkers comprise a distinct part of the curious sounds that make up the rhythm of rural India. Throughout history, one of the most important items created by these artisans has been containers - boxes - of all sorts.

Brass fish form hinged and lidded box  
Long ago, they contained holy powder, incense, keepsakes, and other valuables, whatever was precious to the owner

 

 

This new collection of antique bronze and brass boxes comes from various states and villages in India. Each piece is its own unique composition reflecting enormous creative vigor and remarkable craftsmanship. Long ago, they contained holy powder, incense, keepsakes, and other valuables, whatever was precious to the owner. Now, here on the other side of the world, they can hold anything your imagination can conjure.

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Brass box depicting elephant with mahoot