Blue Painted Indian Chest From Gujarat - 19thC
This rustic chest was made to last in the 19thC from thick teakwood and then iron and brass bound to give it extra strength.
It has traces of the original blue paint which gives it a great €œshabby chic€� look €œ.
Chests like this were €œcustom made€� by the head of the family , who commissioned a carpenter to make one to store valuables such as textiles, jewellery , dowry and cash. They we€™re locked with strong padlocks for maximum security.
Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary variety of styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced India
This chest is the perfect height and depth for a coffee table.
19th century from Gujarat.
From India
140 x 82 x 50 (wxdxh cms)
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £80
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Blue Painted Indian Chest From Gujarat - 19thC
This rustic chest was made to last in the 19thC from thick teakwood and then iron and brass bound to give it extra strength.
It has traces of the original blue paint which gives it a great €œshabby chic€� look €œ.
Chests like this were €œcustom made€� by the head of the family , who commissioned a carpenter to make one to store valuables such as textiles, jewellery , dowry and cash. They we€™re locked with strong padlocks for maximum security.
Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary variety of styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced India
This chest is the perfect height and depth for a coffee table.
19th century from Gujarat.
From India
140 x 82 x 50 (wxdxh cms)
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £80
More delivery options available at checkout
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This rustic chest was made to last in the 19thC from thick teakwood and then iron and brass bound to give it extra strength.
It has traces of the original blue paint which gives it a great €œshabby chic€� look €œ.
Chests like this were €œcustom made€� by the head of the family , who commissioned a carpenter to make one to store valuables such as textiles, jewellery , dowry and cash. They we€™re locked with strong padlocks for maximum security.
Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary variety of styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced India
This chest is the perfect height and depth for a coffee table.
19th century from Gujarat.
From India
140 x 82 x 50 (wxdxh cms)
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £80
More delivery options available at checkout
