Brass Bound Teak Indian Military Chest From Gujarat -19th Century Necklaces & Amulets it is made from reclaimed

it is made from reclaimed teak wood which is salvaged from old buildings in India

This sideboard from Qinghai province in North-Western China on the border with Mongolia & has original painting

Similar examples can be found on pages 81 and 91 of 'Flames of Devotion

25 x 17 cm

It has developed a lovely rich brown colour and is still very usable today

Brass Bound Teak Indian Military Chest From Gujarat -19th Century Necklaces & Amulets it is made from reclaimedThese 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 withstand 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