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Large Decorative Round Copper Box with Lid Northern India

$2,450
£1,821.30
€2,132.15
CA$3,426.25
A$3,825.78
CHF 1,995.63
MX$47,043.68
NOK 25,187.36
SEK 23,713.01
DKK 15,905.82
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About the Item

Very large beautiful vintage handcrafted decorative round copper box with lid, latch and handle Delicately and intricately hand-hammered with geometric designs. Hand crafted by skilled artisans from Northern India. Crafted in metal copper brass, these Indian bread boxes or Roti ka dabba as popularly known, were used for centuries to keep the freshly baked home made round fluffy Chapatis or rotis made of wheat flour bread for the main meal and passed around by the women folk of the house from this box. Engraved with intricate designs on the lid which has a carved star design handle and a latch in front for opening or closing the box and for safekeeping. Tinned copper with brass handle. Exquisite conversation Museum quality piece with a very nice antique patina. Measures: Diameter 14"5 in. x Height 9" in.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Diameter: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)
  • Style:
    Anglo-Indian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Patina due to use and age.
  • Seller Location:
    North Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1210181stDibs: LU906812523001

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