Brass Paan ( Betelnut) Box from Java - 19th Century Period - Early 19th Century This style of sideboard was

This style of sideboard was a staple in Shanxi province and would have been used as altar cabinets

Note the historic damage to the cobra head visible in photos

this bench would have belonged to a wealthy family

This is often the case as much of the brass was melted down or removed in acts of vandalism to protect it from confiscation during the Chinese cultural revolution

Lassi is a delicious Indian & Pakistani drink made from yogurt

Brass Paan ( Betelnut) Box from Java - 19th Century Period - Early 19th Century This style of sideboard wasThis 19th century brass supari box is from the Indonesian Archipelago and would have been used for storing betel nut supari, also known as paan. Paan is a preparation, which combines a paste of spices in a betel leaf, which is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects. Paan boxes are found across Asia and due to the wide variety of styles and designs, they have become very popular with collectors. They're perfect for storing jewellery or as a