A decorative wooden box with the quiet charm of a dresser-top keepsake. Its carved lid brings Slavic-inspired pattern into the room, softened by a whitewashed finish that catches in the grooves like pale morning light on wood.
Carved pattern, softened with whitewash
The lid carries repeating bands of angular leaves, zigzags and small geometric marks, giving it a folk-inspired rhythm.
The whitewashed detail sits inside the carving, so the pattern feels textured rather than printed on.
The mango wood shows warm brown tones beneath the pale finish, with natural grain visible across the surface.
A dark front clasp adds a simple contrast to the lighter carved lid.
It suits the small rituals of a bedroom, dressing table or shelf: rings before sleep, keepsakes gathered in one place, little things kept out of sight.
Mango wood, carved in India
This box is made from mango wood and handcrafted in India. The carved surface has a tactile, slightly rustic character, with the whitewashed design bringing out the relief of the pattern.
Because it is handcrafted, small differences in the carving and finish are part of the piece. Each one keeps the same Slavic-inspired feeling, but the details may vary a little.
Using it at home
Use it for jewellery, hair accessories, notes, small keepsakes or the objects you like to keep close but not scattered. The front clasp makes it easy to open and close during the day.
Keep it in a dry spot and wipe with a soft, dry cloth. As with most wooden pieces, avoid leaving it in damp conditions or placing wet items inside.
Slavic-inspired ornament, Indian craft
The carved design draws on Slavic folk ornament, where repeated geometric forms, leaves and rhythmic borders often appear on textiles, woodwork and household objects. Here, that language is interpreted as surface pattern rather than a sacred symbol: decorative, tactile and quietly domestic. The making itself is rooted in India, with mango wood shaped into a practical smal…
region of manufacture: India