Iron Bound Teak Merchant Chest From Goa - 19th Century Buddha Statues Old Carved Teak Votive Panel

Old Carved Teak Votive Panel from Andra Pradesh dating from the 19th century

This is an unusual piece that we haven't seen before

joss stick holder

The cotton was sent to England and Scotland

specifically the 19th century and is constructed from red pine wood

Iron Bound Teak Merchant Chest From Goa - 19th Century Buddha Statues Old Carved Teak Votive PanelThis wonderfully patinated antique South Indian teak chest is made in the traditional Goan style and dates to the 19th century. It is made from large planks of forest teak wood and is mounted on wheels. There is a secret compartment (see photos) below the candle box. Merchants used these chests to store valuables; textiles, jewelry, dowry, or cash. Goa was a Portuguese colony from 1510 and the main anchorage for Portuguese armada ships and merchants.