Brass Bound Trousseau From Shekhawati - 19th Century Origin - China 25 x 10 x 26

25 x 10 x 26 (wxdxh cms)

This tall cabinet is Ideal as a hall piece for storage of linen or used in a kitchen

This striking piece has been carefully prepared for display

Three drawers separate the two compartments

minimalist

Brass Bound Trousseau From Shekhawati - 19th Century Origin - China 25 x 10 x 26This Indian antique etched brass box is from Shekhawati and is an superb example of the style and dates to the 19th century. These boxes are locally called peti (casket) and were originally used to store the trousseau (bridal clothes & jewellery). The body of the box is constructed from roheda wood which is clad with brass. The brasswork is delicately hand beaten, etched, and chased with a repeating leaf motif. Between the 17th & 19th centuries, the