Rajasthan Hand-Painted Anar Mango Wood Roti Box

Turned from mango wood and hand-painted by artisans in Rajasthan, the lid of this roti box carries the anar, pomegranate, in the bold, unhurried strokes of the folk painting tradition. The interior is unfinished, so the wood's natural scent remains. Lift the lid at the table and the warmth has been held.

This roti box is made from mango wood in Rajasthan, where the craft of hand-painting on wood has been passed down in families of artisans who know exactly how much pressure to apply before the stroke bleeds. The pomegranate on the lid is painted in the anar motif, a recurring symbol in Indian craft, both because of the fruit's visual complexity and its association with abundance. The lid fits snugly; the interior holds heat.

Keep it on the table during dinner. Or use it as it is often used in Indian households, as the container that moves from kitchen to table and back again, lid lifted and replaced so many times it eventually fits with a particular ease that comes only from that repetition. The paint will wear at the lid's edge. Let it.

Mango Wood · Hand-Painted · Rajasthan · Anar Motif

Care Instructions

• Wipe with a dry or slightly damp cloth after each use.
• Apply food-safe mineral oil occasionally to condition the wood.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture or direct sunlight.
• Do not put in dishwasher or soak in water.
• Lift and move carefully, do not drag.