Brass Jali Box From Rajasthan - Early 20th Century
This Indian jali work box was used for 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.
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Today this beautiful jali work box would make a perfect jewellery or keepsake box.
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Brass Jali Box From Rajasthan - Early 20th Century
This Indian jali work box was used for 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.
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Today this beautiful jali work box would make a perfect jewellery or keepsake box.
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From India
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£7.50
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This Indian jali work box was used for 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.
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Today this beautiful jali work box would make a perfect jewellery or keepsake box.
Ā
From India
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£7.50
More delivery options available at checkout
