Carved Indian Teak Harpa Box From Banswara - 19thC
Harpa boxes were used by Indian shopkeepers as money boxes. This is evident here from the money slot in the box cover.
This piece is a beautiful example with a rich patina, especially on the Ganesh carving in the center. Ganesh is the Hindu god of wisdom and clears obstacles of day to day life. The patina on this box is excellent and shows very good age.
From India
46 x 18 x 15 (wxdxh cms)
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £7.50
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Carved Indian Teak Harpa Box From Banswara - 19thC
Harpa boxes were used by Indian shopkeepers as money boxes. This is evident here from the money slot in the box cover.
This piece is a beautiful example with a rich patina, especially on the Ganesh carving in the center. Ganesh is the Hindu god of wisdom and clears obstacles of day to day life. The patina on this box is excellent and shows very good age.
From India
46 x 18 x 15 (wxdxh cms)
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £7.50
More delivery options available at checkout
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Harpa boxes were used by Indian shopkeepers as money boxes. This is evident here from the money slot in the box cover.
This piece is a beautiful example with a rich patina, especially on the Ganesh carving in the center. Ganesh is the Hindu god of wisdom and clears obstacles of day to day life. The patina on this box is excellent and shows very good age.
From India
46 x 18 x 15 (wxdxh cms)
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £7.50
More delivery options available at checkout
