Indian Rosewood Balance Scale Box - 19th Century Material - Kiri Wood The central stand is called

The central stand is called a stambha and is decorated with an Elephant in the central column

The belly is signed Tadamitsu 忠光

The chip carving and top lintel are classic of the style of Gujarat and include Krishna flanked by Elephants

Carved from wood and traditionally left unclothed

the king of Hastinapura

Indian Rosewood Balance Scale Box - 19th Century Material - Kiri Wood The central stand is calledThis elegant Indian box was originally designed to store balance scale weights, which were used for trading in India. Crafted from high quality rosewood and bound with iron with a regency style brass handle. The contents have long since been separated from the container. There is a detachable compartment that can be removed to reveal a large interior space. It could serve as a unique jewellery or keepsake box. From India UK Delivery Charge except