{"product_id":"brass-indian-chapati-box-3-a02971v1","title":"Brass Indian Chapati Box - Ca 1900","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis brass \u003cstrong\u003echapati box\u003c\/strong\u003e from Rajasthan, India, dating to circa 1900, is a fine example of traditional household craftsmanship. Chapati boxes were used as practical lunch boxes for carrying \u003cem\u003echapati\u003c\/em\u003e (unleavened wheat bread) and \u003cem\u003enaan\u003c\/em\u003e, an essential part of Indian daily meals. Always round in form, these boxes often feature delicate hand-engraved decoration inspired by the geometric and floral motifs found in temple architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece displays a beautifully worked lid, adorned with incised detailing and a raised floral clasp, which adds both functional strength and artistic charm. Its warm golden surface has developed a rich patina over time, with gentle wear and small marks that testify to its century of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, chapati boxes make excellent decorative accents as well as practical serving or storage vessels. They provide an eco-conscious and stylish alternative to plastic containers, whether used as unique lunch boxes, for presenting food at gatherings, or as a characterful piece of vintage Indian design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rajasthan, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e ca. 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round form with hand-engraved decoration; raised floral clasp and latch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage wear, with small dents and marks consistent with age and use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e W22 x D23 x H12 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BinderKing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53550862696757,"sku":"A02970V1","price":73.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/5243\/2181\/files\/Antique_Indian_Brass_Chapati_Box.jpg?v=1789232183","url":"https:\/\/binderking.shop\/products\/brass-indian-chapati-box-3-a02971v1","provider":"BinderKing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}