{"product_id":"carved-teak-tika-box-1","title":"Teak Masala Box From Rajasthan - Ca 1900","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully hand-carved \u003cem\u003etika box\u003c\/em\u003e originates from the Banswara tribal region of Rajasthan and dates to around 1900. Expertly shaped from a single block of teak wood, it was traditionally used to hold \u003cem\u003ekumkum\u003c\/em\u003e—the sacred red powder applied to the forehead as a \u003cem\u003etika\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003ebindi\u003c\/em\u003e in Hindu ritual practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface is decorated with incised lotus and star motifs, symbols of purity and spiritual awakening. Rising from the centre is a stylised horse finial, representing strength, endurance, and divine protection. Over a century of use has given the teak a rich patina and softened edges, enhancing its rustic beauty and individuality. These tactile tribal boxes make a wonderful collector’s piece or a decorative addition to any interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Banswara, Rajasthan, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved teak wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-piece construction; stylised horse finial; lotus and geometric carvings; warm patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent antique condition with minor age-related wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e W30 x D11 x H21 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BinderKing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53551659352373,"sku":"A02878V1","price":96.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/5243\/2181\/files\/A02878V1.jpg?v=1789234164","url":"https:\/\/binderking.shop\/products\/carved-teak-tika-box-1","provider":"BinderKing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}