Indian Tobacco & Opium Container - 19th Century Origin - Japan 30 x 20 x 89

30 x 20 x 89 (wxdxh cms)

the shawl drapes effortlessly

Carved Teak Window Shutter From Hyderabad - 19thC

including fixed compartments and a removable tray designed to separate and present ingredients

at the end of a bed

Indian Tobacco & Opium Container - 19th Century Origin - Japan 30 x 20 x 89This style of pot was used for tobacco and opium. These pots were in constant use. This piece dates to the 19th century and has been beautifully constructed using roheda wood and brass. The tradition of growing and taking opium in Rajasthan has existed for centuries and to some extent it is still used today during rituals and festivals. Opium boxes were owned by wealthy Marwari merchants and caravan traders across Rajasthan. Opium consumption in