Storage Boxes

Storage boxes crafted from wood, cane and metal were commonly used for the safekeeping of textiles, and valuables such as coins and jewellery. Metal boxes were prized as they could be buried.

Poliya is a lidded basket made of woven cane (toore). It has a specific use at a Kodava wedding ceremony, where it is filled with...

Boxes made of woven cane in different sizes and shapes were used to store clothes, valuables and jewellery. In the image, the largest box was...

mukkalai and cheppe

Mukkali is a low, three-legged wooden stool, used on ceremonial occasions, or when it is necessary to mark status or offer respect. It is used...