Chowki (Larder)

Design Innovation and Craft Resource Centre, CEPT University
Ahmedabad, India

The corners of this chowki were braced with metal fittings to strengthen the wooden members. The edges of the top surface were fitted with wooden beadings that were not flush with the vertical panels. The openable panel to access the storage space within rests on this beading.

Details

Title: Chowki (Larder)
Location: Bassi Gujjran, Rupnagar, Punjab
Type: Manjush (Storage)
Contributor: Rishav Jain, Mansi S Rao, Ben Cartwright and Abhishek Ruikar
Rights: Design Innovation and Craft Resource Centre, CEPT University and South Asian Decorative Arts and Crafts Collection (SADACC) Trust
Medium: Metal, Wood
Wood Craft Technique: Joinery, Painting, Turning
Region: Malwa
Metal Craft Technique: Bending, Painting

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