Brass Studded Teak Zanzibar Chest From Surat - 19th Century Origin - Morocco and spiritual power

and spiritual power

and many of these tables are sold by unsuspecting dealers as original pieces

The combination of simplicity in design and richness in material ensures this piece has enduring appeal

Its versatile design makes it ideal for year-round wear

Its raised back

Brass Studded Teak Zanzibar Chest From Surat - 19th Century Origin - Morocco and spiritual powerThis exceptional 19th century brass clad 'Zanzibar' chest is a superb example of the finest trading chests produced in Surat, Gujarat. Constructed from solid teak and richly embellished with hand worked brass sheeting, intricate brass studwork and decorative mounts, it represents the remarkable craftsmanship of the Parsi workshops that supplied merchants trading across the Indian Ocean. Despite their popular name, these chests were not made in