Scratchwork Lacquer Pot From Kutch - 19th Century Large Mirrors Patterns were then incised through

Patterns were then incised through the upper layers to reveal colours beneath

Drawer opening below - top opening lid

This reproduction Chinese blue & white temple jar is crafted in the traditional Chinese style

42 x 2 x 54 (WxDxH cms)

Scratchwork Lacquer Pot From Kutch - 19th Century Large Mirrors Patterns were then incised throughLacquer boxes are used for storing jewellery or bindi (the red powder that Indian ladies apply to the forehead signifying the third eye). Lacquering is done by the craftsman on a hand powered lathe. The wooden pot is spun and a lac stick. is pressed against the pot. As the pot spins friction softens the lac which coats the surface of the wood. Quite intricate designs can be created by the craftsman using different techniques. Our lacquer boxes come