Vintage metal tin box with Hindu goddess Durga lithograph print

This decorative tin box features a chromolithograph print of Goddess Durga, a central deity in Hindu mythology representing divine feminine power and protection. Such tins were commonly produced in India from the mid-20th century onwards, often used for storing sweets, spices, or small household items. The vibrant imagery depicts Durga riding a tiger, wielding multiple weapons in her many arms, symbolizing her role as a warrior goddess who defeats evil forces. These devotional tins became popular household items that combined practical storage with religious iconography, reflecting the integration of faith into daily life. Vintage Hindu devotional tins appeal to collectors of religious ephemera, Indian cultural artifacts, and vintage advertising memorabilia. The colorful lithographic prints showcase traditional Indian chromolithography techniques that flourished in the 20th century, making them valuable both as folk art and as examples of commercial printing history. Collectors appreciate these items for their nostalgic value, decorative appeal, and representation of Indian popular culture and devotional practices from the mid to late 20th century.