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Kothla majus | Chest
Details
Category: Manjush
Location: Rajpipla, Narmada, Gujarat
Cultural region: East Gujarat
Materials: Metal (Iron), Wood
Metal craft technique: Fittings
Wood craft technique: Carving, Joinery
Source: DICRC, India and SADACC, UK
A kothla majus functions as a strong box to store valuables as well as other everyday items. Its rectangular body is strengthened by nailing thin wooden strips over the intersecting members.
