Medium Square Box Hamsa Whitewash 17x10x4.2cm

A whitewashed mango wood box with a Hamsa motif on the lid, calm, considered, and quietly decorative on a dresser or shelf. The pale finish softens the natural grain of the wood, giving it a washed, almost chalky quality that sits well in both neutral and earthy interiors.

What you'll notice at first glance

• The Hamsa hand sits cleanly against the whitewashed surface, its symmetrical form quietly present.
• The whitewash finish lets the mango wood grain show through in places, so the texture is visible rather than hidden.
• The proportions are shallow and wide, a flat, tray-like box suited to small objects rather than deep storage.
• The square format and clean edges give it a composed, unfussy look that doesn't compete with what's around it.

Mango wood, whitewashed

Mango wood is a dense, close-grained hardwood grown widely across India, where it has long been used for furniture and decorative objects. The whitewash finish is applied over the natural surface, softening the colour without fully obscuring the wood beneath. Each piece will vary slightly in grain pattern and in how the wash sits, which is part of the material's character.

Size and what's in the box

The box measures 17 cm long, 10 cm wide, and 4.2 cm deep, and weighs around 286 g. The shallow depth makes it best suited to flat or small items, rings, earrings, folded notes, or a few small keepsakes. One box, no additional components.

Caring for the finish

Wipe with a dry or very lightly damp cloth. Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture or direct sunlight, which can lift or yellow a whitewash finish over time. Keep it away from humid environments such as bathrooms.

The Hamsa in context

The Hamsa is an open-hand symbol with roots across the Middle East and North Africa, appearing in Jewish, Islamic, and broader folk traditions for centuries. Its name comes from the Arabic for 'five', referring to the fingers of the hand. It is widely associated with protection and good fortune, and appears in decorative arts from Morocco to the Levant to South Asia. On an everyday object like this box, it carries that long visual history quietly, without ceremony.

A considered gift

A good fit for someone who keeps a tidy dresser or a small altar shelf, or for anyone drawn to natural materials and symbolic motifs. It suits a housewarming, a birthday, or a quiet thank-you gift.

Common questions

Does the box have a lining inside?
No lining is specified in the product details. The interior is plain mango wood.

Does it have a clasp or fastening?
No clasp or fastening is listed. It is a lift-lid box.

Will the whitewash finish vary between boxes?
Yes. Because it is a natural wood, the grain pattern and the depth of the wash will differ slightly from piece to piece.