Carved Brass Paan (Betelnut) Box from Rajasthan Circa - 19th Century Material - Red Elm Small: W23 x D23 x

Small: W23 x D23 x H28 cm

These side tables are made from red elm (zelkova) which is known in China as 'jumu' or 'southern elm

Dimensions: W81 x D10 x H188 cm

Date: Circa 1900

Carved Brass Paan (Betelnut) Box from Rajasthan Circa - 19th Century Material - Red Elm Small: W23 x D23 xThis 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. Rectangular in shape with lobed ends and beautifully carved with floral patterns, it has a nice patina from frequent daily use. Paan boxes are found across Asia and due to the