Regency Style Red Lacquer Pot From Kutch - 19th Century Origin - Ersari Unlike many that retain the

Unlike many that retain the natural golden tone of Jaisalmer stone

traces of original dark lacquer on one side

Further south in Dungarpur

however cabinets from this area are almost exclusively camphor with recessed sides

The scalloped lid is likely influenced by leather boxes dating from the Mongol Yuan dynasty (1279 - 1368)

Regency Style Red Lacquer Pot From Kutch - 19th Century Origin - Ersari Unlike many that retain theIndian lacquer pots are true works of art and this colourful lacquer box is an excellent collector's piece. This pot is from Kutch in Gujarat and the technique used is known as scratchwork. This piece dates from the early 20th centuryLacquer 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