Brass Bound Teak Indian Military Chest From Rajasthan -19th Century Chest of Drawers This pretty woven cotton sash

This pretty woven cotton sash band was woven on a back- strap loom

They have become popular because of their use as fire bowls in Rajasthani Palace hotels in the winter

room screens were commonly used to signify the entrance to the private area or sleeping area of a home to signal a guest to remove their shoes

Cashmere is a precious commodity and when collected naturally one goat produces only enough fibre for one scarf a year

Suzanis originated among the Uzbek people of Central Asia and were traditionally made by brides as part of their dowry

Brass Bound Teak Indian Military Chest From Rajasthan -19th Century Chest of Drawers This pretty woven cotton sashThes Anglo Indian Military chests were originally used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their kit and personal possessions whilst on tour. This example is from Rajasthan and dates from the 19th century. As they had to withstand a lot of punishment in transit, they were exceptionally well made. Constructed from teak with brass corners and brass handles, this chest has a large interior storage space and a wooden stop on the back to