Antique 19th-Century Indian Handcrafted Brass Pandan Box
Traditional Betel Nut Storage Box with Chain Hinges & Beaten Design | Cultural Heirloom from India

Step into a world of timeless tradition and ornamental craftsmanship with this antique Indian handcrafted Pandan box, a striking 19th-century relic once used to store betel leaves and areca nuts. Made from solid brass and adorned with intricate hand-beaten floral and geometric motifs, this heritage piece reflects India’s ceremonial customs and artisanal mastery.

✦ Intricate Craftsmanship & Cultural Legacy

Crafted in the 1800s, this Pandan box features a domed circular form with chain-linked hinges and an integrated swing handle—design details historically intended for portability and ceremonial use. Inside, multiple small lidded containers remain intact, once used to hold lime paste, spices, or tobacco. The ornate beaten patterns on the body and lid showcase traditional Indian repoussé techniques, executed by hand with enduring artistry.

With its rich patina, this Pandan box embodies the elegance of daily rituals from princely courts and noble households across India.

✦ Key Features

• Original 19th-century handcrafted Indian Pandan box

• Made from solid, aged brass with a naturally weathered patina

• Decorative beaten surface with floral, circular, and geometric detailing

• Internal compartments with individual lids—functional and intact

• Swing handle and chain-linked hinges, true to traditional construction

• Designed for ceremonial betel leaf storage in aristocratic households

• Rare collector’s artefact and statement décor piece

✦ Historical & Cultural Context

Pandan boxes were central to social and spiritual customs in India, particularly in royal and upper-class homes where offering paan (betel leaf) was a symbol of hospitality, ritual, and status. Their compartments held essential ingredients: areca nuts, lime, cardamom, and more—each with cultural and symbolic value. Today, they are prized as heritage objects, blending form, function, and legacy.

✦ Styling Tip

Display this box open on a vintage wooden console or in a glass cabinet as a centrepiece. Its detailing pairs beautifully with dark woods, handwoven textiles, or antique brass accents. Ideal for heritage-style homes, collectors of South Asian artefacts, or museum-inspired interiors.

✦ Specifications

• Material: Hand-beaten Brass

• Origin: India

• Era: 19th Century

• Finish: Naturally aged with patina and wear consistent with age

• Dimensions: Width: 30 cm | Height: 20 cm | Depth: 30 cm

• Weight: Approx. 5.5 kg

• Condition: Excellent antique condition with original compartments and surface detailing

✦ Delivery & Collection

This heritage box will be delivered with care via personal courier across the UK. Local collection can be arranged by appointment. For logistics or bespoke styling support, please contact Regen Bespoke directly.

Exclusively at Regen Bespoke – where cultural tradition meets refined living. Own an authentic piece of India’s artistic past, reimagined for timeless interiors.