Indian Iron Bound Teak Limber Chest - 19th Century Statues A gilded teak standing Mandalay

A gilded teak standing Mandalay Buddha from Burma crafted towards the end of the 19th century and the middle of the Mandalay period

These antique South Indian votive oil lamps are made from cast bronze and originate from Tamil Nadu

In earlier times

The dense cast iron ends would have been used as ballast on returning trade ships

Some areas visible in the photos show wear to the gilt work and painting

Indian Iron Bound Teak Limber Chest - 19th Century Statues A gilded teak standing MandalayThis antique limber chest would have been used by the British army in India in the late 19th century. These chests would have stored ammunition and the large handles served a functional purpose allowing the chests to be attached to cannons and artillery towed by horses and camels. This served a double purpose as the chests became seats for the cannoneers. These chests were extremely sturdy and made of hardy teak wood bound with iron. The average