Camphor Keepsake Box From Tianjin - 19th Century Buddha Statues This style of pot was

This style of pot was used for tobacco & opium and is a real collector's piece

Dry Clean Only

The box retains its original clasp fastening and carries the marks of a well-used life

She is carved from Teak

They date from circa 1900 and are from Bikaner area in Rajasthan

Camphor Keepsake Box From Tianjin - 19th Century Buddha Statues This style of pot wasTraditional Chinese camphor boxes were typically produced in sets and were uncarved. It was not until they began producing for the Western market that camphor chests became featured exuberant carving. This Chinese camphor box is from Tianjin and dates to the 19th century. Although larger Chinese camphor trunks were traditionally used for storing clothing, these smaller boxes would have stored valuable smaller items and this one has a tray to separate