Indian Brass Bound Teak Chest - 19th Century Lamp Niches The box is made from

The box is made from split bamboo woven with horsehair and the lacquer work gives strength and durability

98 x 50 x 182 (w x d x h cms)

or as occasional seating in a living space

These highly decorative dowry chests were traditionally commissioned as part of a bride’s marriage trousseau and were intended to store valuable textiles

The rich walnut wood has been waxed and hand polished

Indian Brass Bound Teak Chest - 19th Century Lamp Niches The box is made fromThis majestic antique Indian brass bound chest dates to the 19th century. It would have been used for storing valuables such as textiles, jewelry & cash. Two sturdy chains prevent the lid from falling open and straining the hinges. Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary variety of styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced Indian design.