Late 19th Century Red Tikka Box (10) Ceiling Lights Here we have a striking

Here we have a striking antique

It was used as a grain store but also as a funerary object

Along the perimeter of the money box you may notice heavy iron rivets (studs) this design feature was a security measure making it difficult for thieves to smash open the box

Today it will look amazing in any room - a bathroom cabinet

Late 19th Century Red Tikka Box (10) Ceiling Lights Here we have a strikingThis stunning box originated in India and is known as a Tikka box. This box was handcrafted from wood and has a faded rich red colour, apart from the inside which is stained orange from the powder. It has a circular shape with a distinct hand carved lid on top. Originally, it was used to store sacred powders such as kumkum powder or vermillion. They are then used for applying a bindi or tilak on the forehead during religious ceremonies or as a