Painted Iron Bound Teak Chest From Gujarat - 18th Century Material - Zelkova Wood This sewing box has been

This sewing box has been checked over in our workshop and small restorations made to stop the aging process

Price is for the pair of panels which are hinged and freestanding

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Buddha is depicted here in the traditional Mandalay buddha form standing in samabhanga posture with his left hand holding his robe and his right hand forming the vitarka mudra whilst holding the fruit of the myrobalan

This gilt black lacquer Chinese table cabinet was made for the Chinese export market and was made for wealthy members of the British Georgian upper class in the Qing dynasty

Painted Iron Bound Teak Chest From Gujarat - 18th Century Material - Zelkova Wood This sewing box has beenThis iron bound chest is from Gujarat and dates to the 18th century. It is constructed from teak wood. Most likely it was custom made for a wealthy family to stash away dowry, family treasures, or cash from the prying eyes of extended family members. Its layers of various coloured old paint give it a 'distressed' finish. A sturdy iron chain prevents the lid from falling fully open. Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary variety of