Carved Rosewood Seed Drill Candlestand - 19th Century Opera Chests The large interior compartment comes

The large interior compartment comes with a shelf

Pieces like this were traditionally used to display porcelain vases

all executed with remarkable craftsmanship and symmetry

5m of twisted brown flex included

Carved Rosewood Seed Drill Candlestand - 19th Century Opera Chests The large interior compartment comesThis beautifully carved rosewood seed drill has been converted into a truly unique candle stand. Dating from the 19th century it has a wonderful rich patina as old rosewood often does. Like many things in India, every day pieces were crucial for day to day life and often were embellished and beautifully carved by Marathi craftsmen. Carved on this piece, you can see Nandi bulls, the steed of Lord Shiva. Seed drills were made for the practical purpose