Vintage Indian Brass Dhoop Dāni – Pierced Incense / Trinket Box, 5″

Hand-crafted in Rajasthan, this rectangular pierced brass dhoop dāni—a ventilated casket traditionally used for burning powdered incense—also makes a charming tea-light lantern or trinket chest. Quatrefoil and diamond punch-work decorate every panel, letting aromatic smoke or candle-glow shimmer through star-shaped openings. An arched handle with twin finials crowns the hinged lid, and a shaped hasp secures the front, all finished in a warm unlacquered patina. > Looking to build a collection? We have the same dhoop dāni design in oval and triangular forms—mix and match for a striking brass trio. Details & Features * Origin: Rajasthan, India, c. 1950s–70s * Shape: Straight-sided rectangle * Material: Solid brass, hand-punched ventilation motifs * Hardware: Hinged lid, decorative hasp clasp, arched carry handle with finials * Uses: Incense burner, tea-light lantern, or small keepsake box Measurements Approximately 3 in tall × 5 in wide × 4 in deep Condition Good vintage condition—smooth hinge and clasp, tight seams, even patina with minor age speckles inside. Styling Notes • Place a battery tea-light inside and let lace-like shadows dance across a nightstand. • Set a charcoal disk with powdered dhoop for fragrant ritual. • Group with the oval and triangle versions to create a geometric brass vignette on a shelf or mantel.