Late 19th Century Indian Red Tikka Box (6) Fabric Still can be used but

Still can be used but not as strong as it should be

likely holding clarified butter or local spirits

Taking a closer look at the iron lid

are as follows - 184x80cm

They are particularly rare and date back to the Mid 18th Century

Late 19th Century Indian Red Tikka Box (6) Fabric Still can be used butThis stunning box originated in India and is known as a Tikka box. This box was handcrafted from wood and, due to its age, has a faded deep red colour, apart from the inside which is black with remnants of orange 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