{"product_id":"antique-brass-indian-kankavati-multi-compartment-ritual-kumkum-box","title":"Antique Brass Indian Kankavati | Multi-Compartment Ritual Kumkum Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover a rare piece of Indian metalwork history. While modern eyes might see a spice box, this heirloom is historically a Kankavati—a sacred vanity vessel used in northern and western India to store holy powders like vermilion (kumkum), turmeric, and precious cosmetics for royal weddings and temple rituals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEngineered with a stunning Lotus-in-Bloom configuration, its teardrop-shaped compartments independently swivel outward around a central axis. Hand-cast from heavy brass, the piece features a regal peacock finial handle, individual bird-shaped latches for each hinged lid, and stands gracefully on avian-form pedestal feet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Premium Antique Brass: Hand-cast with a rich golden lustre that highlights its traditional, heritage-rich metalwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Mechanical Lotus Design: Multiple individual cells slide outward, perfectly preserving a complex, centuries-old Indian design mechanism.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Sacred Avian Iconography: Adorned with a central peacock handle and coordinating bird clasps, traditional symbols of royalty, grace, and divine protection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHidden History \u0026amp; Unique Facts:\u003cbr\u003e- The Cosmic Lotus: The unfolding layout wasn't just aesthetic; it represented the ancient Indian design philosophy of the cosmos expanding from a singular divine centre.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Ritual Cosmetic Storage: Instead of kitchen spices, these luxurious boxes traditionally held Kumkum (vermilion), Haldi (turmeric), Chandan (sandalwood paste), and Surma (eye kohl).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Master Metalsmith Joinery: Every single hinge, swivel pin, and bird clasp was meticulously hand-fitted by a master artisan (Kasera), meaning no two historical pieces are ever identical.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCare Instructions:\u003cbr\u003ePreserve the Patina: Dust only with a soft, dry microfiber cloth. Avoid water, chemical cleaners, or Brasso, which will strip away its valuable, natural antique oxidation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Neminath Enterprise","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48460263784605,"sku":"CA-AS-BMF-0192","price":369.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6637\/0717\/files\/CA-AS-BMF-0192-DSC02421.jpg?v=1781803838","url":"https:\/\/kaarigraha.com\/products\/antique-brass-indian-kankavati-multi-compartment-ritual-kumkum-box","provider":"Kaarigraha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}