Brass Bound Teak Military Chest (Etched MacDonald) - 19th Century Material - Papier Mache This old Indian brass box

This old Indian brass box is from the Dhokra tribal area of Orissa

5 x 35 x 72 (wxdxh cms)

deep patina through years of use

Perched upon the rim of the oil reservoir is a another peacock

69 x 4 x 125 (wxdxh cms)

Brass Bound Teak Military Chest (Etched MacDonald) - 19th Century Material - Papier Mache This old Indian brass boxThis 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. As well as these, this piece