A late 19th-Century Indian paan set, comprising a large hexagonal copper container with a fitted internal tray and a full arrangement of lidded spice boxes. Traditionally used in the preparation and serving of paan, these sets held the various elements required for betel chewing, including areca nut, spices, and lime.
The exterior is richly decorated with hand-chased floral medallions set against a finely punched ground, a technique widely associated with Indian metalworking traditions. The lid is fitted with a robust handle and original fastening system, allowing the container to be securely closed. A lock can be added for extra security.
Inside, the fitted tray and individual containers are all hand-formed, each displaying subtle irregularities that reflect their handmade construction. There is one inner compartment vacant.
The original silver coating has partially worn off of the copper base revealing a developed and deep patina all over with oxidisation. Functional in origin, the piece translates particularly well into an interior setting, perfect for a dresser to house your jewellery and other keep-safe items or equally working as a functional decorative piece as part of a curated collection of South Asian metalwork.
A beautiful example of traditional paan culture and south asian hospitality traditions.
A late 19th-Century Indian paan set, comprising a large hexagonal copper container with a fitted internal tray and a full arrangement of lidded spice boxes. Traditionally used in the preparation and serving of paan, these sets held the various elements required for betel chewing, including areca nut, spices, and lime.
The exterior is richly decorated with hand-chased floral medallions set against a finely punched ground, a technique widely associated with Indian metalworking traditions. The lid is fitted with a robust handle and original fastening system, allowing the container to be securely closed. A lock can be added for extra security.
Inside, the fitted tray and individual containers are all hand-formed, each displaying subtle irregularities that reflect their handmade construction. There is one inner compartment vacant.
The original silver coating has partially worn off of the copper base revealing a developed and deep patina all over with oxidisation. Functional in origin, the piece translates particularly well into an interior setting, perfect for a dresser to house your jewellery and other keep-safe items or equally working as a functional decorative piece as part of a curated collection of South Asian metalwork.
A beautiful example of traditional paan culture and south asian hospitality traditions.
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