Brass Bound Teak Military Chest From Rajasthan - 19th Century Statues or other games

or other games

pastel-coloured remnants of original paint

The everted flanges at the ends were used to stop scrolls rolling onto the floor

92 x 10 x 182 (wxdxh cms)

Reference: Similar examples illustrated on pages 81 & 91 of Flames of Devotion: Oil Lamps From South & South East Asia & The Himalayas by Sean Anderson

Brass Bound Teak Military Chest From Rajasthan - 19th Century Statues or other gamesA practical and charming antique Indian military box dating to the 19th century. It is made from teak wood in the Anglo Indian style and likely would have belonged to a merchant or East Indiaman. The brass bindings and bun feet are typical of the campaign style introduced by the British East India Company. The interior has a large interior space complete with a candle box. A sturdy chain prevents the lid from falling open. This chest has been finished