Exceptionally Large Camphor Trunk From Hebei - Early 19th Century Style - Tea Caddy warm patina developed over generations

warm patina developed over generations of use

sculptural form and rich historic character make it an appealing addition to a desk

mounted on custom iron stand

timeworn character

These Golu  Marapachi Bommai are proud possessions and have a lot of sentiment attached to them and are generally passed on by mothers to the newlywed couple for their children to play with

Exceptionally Large Camphor Trunk From Hebei - Early 19th Century Style - Tea Caddy warm patina developed over generationsThis is a fabulously large antique Chinese camphor trunk from the early 19th century. This original piece is carved from large planks of camphor wood and has its original brass hardware. It is from Hebei province in Northern China, either Beijing or Tianjin city. Camphor (Zhngm ( changmu) was the preferred wood of the wealthy, the smell of camphor discouraged moths and other insects making these chests perfect for storage of silks, bedding and