Brass Bound Teak Dowry Chest From Kutch - 19thC Desks 27 x 27 x 25

27 x 27 x 25 (wxdxh cm)

Tribal Silver Bell Earrings From Rajasthan

Chests of this style are constructed from paulownia wood (tong mu / 桐木) Paulownia trees were often planted at the birth of a daughter and were considered symbols of prosperity

Thse exquisitely painted Indian doors are from the town of Bikaner in Rajasthan and datefromt the 19thC

Brass Bound Teak Dowry Chest From Kutch - 19thC Desks 27 x 27 x 25Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary variety of styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced India. They were usually made from Teak, rosewood or jackfruit wood. They were used for storing valuables such as textiles, jewellery and cash. Our pieces are mostly from the 19th century & occasionally 18th and early 20th century. They were usually made from Teak, rosewood or jackfruit wood. From India 105 x 46 x 53 (wxdxh cms) UK