Exceptionally Large Camphor Trunk From Hebei - Early 19th Century Style - Tea Caddy the heat of friction softening

the heat of friction softening the lacquer and coating the surface in vibrant tones

These Golu  Marapachi Bommai are proud possessions and have a lot of sentiment attached to them and are generally passed on by mothers to the newlywed couple for their children to play with

A Rare 18thC Bronze of Surya - The Sun God Riding a Tiger

warm patina developed over generations of use

However an attractive harlequin set can be made from different pairs

Exceptionally Large Camphor Trunk From Hebei - Early 19th Century Style - Tea Caddy the heat of friction softeningThis is a fabulously large antique Chinese camphor trunk from the early 19th century. This original piece is carved from large planks of camphor wood and has its original brass hardware. It is from Hebei province in Northern China, either Beijing or Tianjin city. Camphor (Zhngm ( changmu) was the preferred wood of the wealthy, the smell of camphor discouraged moths and other insects making these chests perfect for storage of silks, bedding and