Iron Bound Indian Chest From Gujarat - 19thC Finish - Lacquered Materials: Hardwood (jichimu / chickenwing)

Materials: Hardwood (jichimu / chickenwing) frame

with thin bush like branches

interpreted here through a more robust

38 x 29 x 85 (wxdxh cms)

Iron Bound Indian Chest From Gujarat - 19thC Finish - Lacquered Materials: Hardwood (jichimu / chickenwing)This Indian iron bound pithara dowry chest would originally have been twice the height but has been cut down to create a dramatic and functional chest that can either be used for storage or as a coffee table. It has ample storage and would be a substantial blanket chest. Impressive carved wrought iron hasps and original metalwork binding give this piece a great deal of character. Constructed from robust teak wood, sturdy iron handles make it easy to