Iron Bound Teak Ammunition 'Limber' Chest - Late 19th Century Material - Burr Elm Circa 100 years old

Circa 100 years old

Hand-carved from a single block of stone

The antique Tianjin sideboard is particularly special with solid burr elm drawers and doors

Tibetan crowns and prayer wheels

This design was classic of the Ming & Qing dynasties and the doors show scenes of everyday life

Iron Bound Teak Ammunition 'Limber' Chest - Late 19th Century Material - Burr Elm Circa 100 years oldThis antique limber chest would have been used by the British army in India in the late 19th century. These chests were extremely sturdy and made of hardy teak wood bound with iron. The average limber chest was designed to be able to carry over three times its weight in ammunition. What was once a very functional piece, is now a truly unique decorative antique and a good size for use as a side table. The painted teak and iron would fit into a range of