Antique Hand-painted Indian Folk Art Box Lighting small paint on one chair

small paint on one chair side/back (see photo)

5” round

possibly from the 18th century

The piece of art combines elegance with whimsical floral panels and borders

Bottom of both mugs look to be signed by artist Rodolfo Padilla

Antique Hand-painted Indian Folk Art Box Lighting small paint on one chairThis unique antique is a hand painted Anglo Indian decorative box, possibly a wedding or jewelry box featuring hunting and animal scenes. Its made of Indian wood featuring intricately painted details of animals and hunting scenes on a multicolored background. The piece of art combines elegance with whimsical floral panels and borders. Likely used for storing valuables or used as part of a dowry. Its exact age is unknown. The hinged lid and neat