Brass Bound Teak Military Chest From Rajasthan -19thC Lampshades 164 x 31 x 80

164 x 31 x 80 (wxdxh cms)

This particular chest is unusual in style as it features early Shiraz style rhomboid mounts

This old storage bin was originally used for grain over one hundred years ago

This Chinese Blue & White wine jar is hand turned on the potters wheel in the traditional way by skilled families of master potters

pierced lug

Brass Bound Teak Military Chest From Rajasthan -19thC Lampshades 164 x 31 x 80This antique brass bound Anglo Indian campaign chest dates to the 19th century and is a great size for a coffee table. Military chests were used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their kit and personal possessions whilst on tour, they were made to order and had to withstand a lot of punishment in transit. It is constructed from beautifully patinated teak wood and has its original brass fittings and handles. The interior consists of one