Late 19th Century Red Tikka Box (12) Textiles hence the mesh doors which

hence the mesh doors which would've added security to the items whilst allowing air flow too

Having very similar carvings to the larger buddha

the craftsman creates the head with a stem-plug that is forced into a tight hole above the shoulders

We were not able to translate it accurately

this specific model is an Iwachu Tetsu Kyusu Sakura

Late 19th Century Red Tikka Box (12) Textiles hence the mesh doors whichThis 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