Black Painted Indian Military Chest - 19th Century Clothing Tea caddies were particularly in

Tea caddies were particularly in fashion for wealthy members of high society who wanted to store their valuable and exotic teas

Note the similarities with the article pictured on the front cover

The dragon was used by Chinese emperors to instil their power and strength and is possibly the most famous Chinese symbol

This particular piece has beautiful carvings with floral motifs often used by northern nomads

A similar earlier example can be found on page 169 of "Classic Chinese Furniture of The Qing Dynasty" by Tian Jiaqing (Fig

Black Painted Indian Military Chest - 19th Century Clothing Tea caddies were particularly inA practical and charming antique Indian military box dating to the 19th century. It is made from painted teak wood in the Anglo Indian style and likely would have belonged to a merchant or East Indiaman. The original brass bindings are typical of the campaign style introduced by the British East India Company. Wheels on the base make for easy movement when loaded. The interior has a good useable space. There are two open trays, one on each side, that