Kakubha Ragini: Jewelry Box

Description

This is a miniature painting illustrating the musical theme of Kakubha Ragini.
It is part of a “Ragamala” series, which combines visual art with musical notes (ragas and raginis) to represent specific emotional states and times of day or year.
The painting depicts a lone woman, the ragini, wandering in a forest, holding flower garlands while awaiting her lover. Peacocks, symbols of love in Indian art, are often included in these depictions, as seen with the peacock at the bottom left. The style is typical of Indian Rajasthani or Deccan miniature painting traditions from around the 17th-19th centuries.

This handcrafted jewelry box brings a small gallery to your dresser. Smooth varnished rubberwood forms a deep, glossy case that opens on steady dual hinges and holds favorite rings, chains and keepsakes on a soft felt bed. A vibrant 6″ ceramic tile set into the lid showcases a richly colored, painterly scene — palms, flowering trees and figures in jewel-toned robes — giving the piece an artful pause that makes everyday storage feel thoughtful and personal. The felt-lined interior protects metal and stones, while the slip-resistant base keeps the box steady on vanities and shelves. Choose from three glossy color options to match your space and let a compact, beautiful object carry a little story of color and calm into daily routines.