Indian Vibhuti Box From Karnataka - 19thC Shelf Hand-cast using the ancient lost-wax

Hand-cast using the ancient lost-wax technique

and the life-force

reinforcing its architectural origins

where elegant furniture of this form was produced for both wealthy homes and official residences

Indian Vibhuti Box From Karnataka - 19thC Shelf Hand-cast using the ancient lost-waxThis intricately carved antique Indian box was used to store vibhuti. Vibhuti is also referred to as bhasma and is sacred ash used for tikka symbolising the mystic power of Lord Shiva in Hinduism. Tikka is applied to the forehead and the ashes serve as a reminder that all existence eventually ends with ash. This box is made from jackfruit and comes from South India, likely Karnataka. The pegs on top are symbolic representations of Shiva Lingam. From