Antique Kerala Nettoor Petti (Malabar Wedding Box), India, 19th Century Planters 85 x 47 x 112

85 x 47 x 112 (wxdxh cms)

and the remover of obstacles

timeworn patina that cannot be replicated

providing useful concealed storage for everyday essentials

Antique Kerala Nettoor Petti (Malabar Wedding Box), India, 19th Century Planters 85 x 47 x 112Handcrafted in Kerala during the 19th century, this striking Nettoor Petti, also known as a Malabar Box, is a fine example of traditional South Indian craftsmanship. Carved from jackfruit wood and richly decorated with hand painted geometric and scrolling motifs, the box is enhanced by elaborate hand forged iron mounts and locking hardware. Its distinctive pitched roof form echoes the architecture of traditional Kerala houses, symbolising the bride's