Description: Indo-Islamic Dhokra Copper Betel Nut Peacock Lidded Box.. Handcrafted Indo-Islamic decorative collectible copper betel nut bird shape trinket box. Large tribal-style heavy brass bird box. Beautiful handcrafted large folk art style heavy bird form box with lid, latch and handle. Delicately and intricately hand-hammered with floral and geometric designs. Probably used as a betel nut box, tea caddy or treasure chest. Dhokra, figural peacock bird lidded box. Made in the traditional Dhokra, lost wax casting. Commonly referred to as Betel Nut, the areca nut is the seed of the areca palm, which grows in much of the tropical Pacific, Asia, and parts of east Africa. It is commonly it is often chewed wrapped in betel leaves (paan). The term areca originated from a South Asian word during the 16th century, when Dutch and Portuguese sailors took the nut to Europe. Exquisite conversation Museum quality piece of folk art object. 1800’s antique item original
Price: 450 USD
Location: Frisco, Texas
End Time: 2025-01-25T19:04:55.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Color: Brown
Original/Reproduction: Original
Style: Antique
Material: Copper
Age: Pre-1800
