Rosewood Brass Studded 'Zanzibar' Chest - 19th Century Material - Camphor Wood these traditional caddies bring character

these traditional caddies bring character and authenticity to both period and contemporary kitchens

27 x 26 x 41 (WxDxH cms)

It has its original painting and the styles reflect a blend of Shanxi and Mongolian influences

The painting and brass hardware are completely original

traditional spotted lacquer finish with gilded floral decoration

Rosewood Brass Studded 'Zanzibar' Chest - 19th Century Material - Camphor Wood these traditional caddies bring characterThis 19th century rosewood chest was made in the Rann of Kutch, the principal production centre for the studded trade chests used along the Indian Ocean dhow routes. Crafted from dense rosewood and decorated with traditional brass studs, it belongs to the group widely known as Zanzibar chests, reflecting their circulation through ports including Kutch, Diu, Surat, Bombay, Muscat, Basra, and Zanzibar. These chests transported high value goods such as