{"product_id":"scratchwork-lacquer-pot-1","title":"Scratchwork Lacquer Pot From Barmer - Late 19th Century","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite lacquer pot originates from Barmer, a desert town in western Rajasthan close to the Sindh border. Dating to the late 19th century, it is an exceptional example of traditional Indian scratchwork lacquerware, renowned for its vivid colour and intricate hand-carved surface designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe floral motifs have been delicately incised through the upper lacquer layers to reveal contrasting tones beneath, producing a striking decorative effect. Lacquer pots such as this were traditionally used in Rajasthan and Gujarat to store jewellery or \u003cem\u003ebindi\u003c\/em\u003e powder — the red pigment worn on the forehead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach pot was hand-turned on a simple lathe, with coloured sticks of lac applied by friction to deposit a thin layer of glowing colour. The deep reds, blacks, and ochres of this piece remain wonderfully vibrant despite its age, and the surface has acquired a soft, timeworn sheen that enhances its folk-art charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barmer, Rajasthan, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 19th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood with multicoloured lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-turned and scratchwork incised with floral detailing; traditional \u003cem\u003ebindi\u003c\/em\u003e or jewellery storage pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent antique condition with light wear and aged patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e W13 x D13 x H7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BinderKing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53551621407029,"sku":"A02951","price":188.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/5243\/2181\/files\/Antique_Indian_Scratchwork_Lacquer_Pot_From_BarmaA02951.jpg?v=1789234018","url":"https:\/\/binderking.shop\/products\/scratchwork-lacquer-pot-1","provider":"BinderKing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}