Late 19th Century Large Indian Red Tikka Box (8) blue This specific doll has lovely

This specific doll has lovely red flowers but

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The dimensions of this are as follows: H - 81cm

majority of the painted image has gone

Late 19th Century Large Indian Red Tikka Box (8) blue This specific doll has lovelyThis 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