Brass Bound Teak Chest From Rajasthan - 19th Century Material - Oak Bikaner Jewellery Box with 3

Bikaner Jewellery Box with 3 Drawers inside

still retains traces of deep red

Please note that this piece is very heavy

38cm wide x 16cm high

17 x 10 x 26 (wxdxh cms)

Brass Bound Teak Chest From Rajasthan - 19th Century Material - Oak Bikaner Jewellery Box with 3This antique Indian brass bound chest dates to the 19th century and emulates the classic military chest style which became so popular during the British occupation and British Raj. This style is from Rajasthan in Northern India and would have been used for storing valuables such as textiles, jewellery & cash. There is also an interior box for storing candles which would have been valuable, especially in the darker times of year. It is constructed from