Dutch Colonial Satin Wood Chest From Ceylon -18thC Kang Tables with softened edges and characterful

with softened edges and characterful marks that only centuries of use can create

Size 150 x 208 cms approx

They are framed in a gilt frame with visible wear and tear

Striking with tea lights and equally decorative unlit

and a gentle sense of sound when stirred

Dutch Colonial Satin Wood Chest From Ceylon -18thC Kang Tables with softened edges and characterfulThis majestic Indo Dutch chest harks back to the colonial days and the 'Spice Wars'. Originally from colonial Ceylon (modern day Sri Lanka), it dates from the middle of the 18th century. It is beautifully constructed from jackfruit wood with ebony trim and beading. The intricate and flamboyant brass decoration makes this chest incredibly striking. It is an exceptional example of Indo Dutch furniture and would have been owned by a wealthy trader