Dhokra Mango Coin Purse From Bengal - 19th Century 1900 Its origins can be traced

Its origins can be traced back to the late 19th century

naturally weathered surface highlights the fine grain and durability of northern elm (yumu

These would make for fantastic wall art or could be built into a pantry

There are two shelves within and two drawers

Dhokra Mango Coin Purse From Bengal - 19th Century 1900 Its origins can be tracedThis Indian bronze money box is made in the shape of a mango fruit using the dhokra lost wax technique. It is from the West of India, around Orissa and Bengal. Dhokra is a brass or bronze casting made using the lost wax technique. The process is commonly known as Cire Perdue. The object to be cast is sculpted from beeswax is mixed with a little oil. When finished the entire piece is coated with clay made from termite hills to create the mould. The