Almari | In-built cabinet

Details

Category: Manjush
Location: Manakpur Sharif, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab
Cultural region: Malwa
Materials: Metal, Wood
Metal craft technique: Fittings
Wood craft technique: Joinery, Painting
Source: DICRC, India and SADACC, UK

The shutters of this almari were uniquely fixed. It had only two vertical members on the sides instead of a frame that is fixed all around. It was located in the bedroom of the house and was used by the family to store their personal belongings.

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