Brass Bound Teak Indian Military Chest, Rajasthan -19thC Campaign Furniture 5 x 3 x 49

5 x 3 x 49

The Tang dynasty had its capital at Chang an which is modern day Xian

These advertising labels were mostly from Manchester cotton companies who exported their woven printed fabrics back to India the labels were affixed to the cotton bales

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Largest bead dia 1cm

Brass Bound Teak Indian Military Chest, Rajasthan -19thC Campaign Furniture 5 x 3 x 49These Anglo Indian Military chests were originally used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their kit and personal possessions whilst on tour. As they had to with stand a lot of punishment in transit, they were exceptionally well made. Constructed from Teak, Rosewood or Jackfruit wood they were made to order by skilled carpenters. Depending on rank, these were re enforced with corners of brass or iron. Our pieces are mostly from the 19thC