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The central front panel lifts away to allow the release of the two flanking panels
Materials: Teak wood with traces of original polychrome paint and iron fittings
Painted in the traditional way with stone and real gold paints
and patina consistent with long-term use
As with all furniture of this type
Brass Studded 'Zanzibar' Chest From Kutch - 19th Century Material - Kair Wood The central front panel liftsThis Indian teak chest dates to the 19th century and is an excellent example of a 'Zanzibar chest'. These chests were made in The Rann of Kutch and used as dhow trade chests for transporting spices like pepper and cloves, Indian cottons, gemstones. The main trade hubs were Diu, Surat, Basra, Zanzibar & Bombay. The chest is decorated with brass studs and corners. It has brass lifting handles on the sides. As a trading chest, this piece has had a tough
