Old Scratchwork Lacquer Pot From Kutch - 19th Century Material - Copper It has a dramatic red

It has a dramatic red lacquered interior which is great for storage of seasonal items and photo albums

Materials: Carved and painted wood

These skills have been handed down through the generations

Executed in natural pigments and preserved within a simple wooden frame

Old Scratchwork Lacquer Pot From Kutch - 19th Century Material - Copper It has a dramatic redIndian lacquer pots are true works of art and this colourful lacquer box is an excellent collector's piece. This pot is from Kutch and the technique used is known as scratchwork. This piece dates from the 19th century. Lacquer boxes are commonly used in Rajasthan and Gujarat for storing jewellery or bindi (the red powder that Indian ladies apply to the forehead). Lacquering is done by the craftsman on a hand powered lathe. The wooden pot is spun and a