Brass Bound Military Chest From South India - 19th Century Origin - Africa divine face motif

divine face motif

This old woodblock print is framed in a simple matte black frame

The doors are salvaged from old window shutters

This rustic sideboard is made from an old farmhouse grain store

Constructed from beautifully patinated teak

Brass Bound Military Chest From South India - 19th Century Origin - Africa divine face motifThis practical and charming antique Indian military chest dates to the 19th century. It is made from jackfruit wood in the Anglo Indian style and likely would have belonged to a merchant or East Indiaman. The recessed brass bindings are typical of the campaign style introduced by the British East India Company. Its jackfruit construction and more elaborate corners point to it being from South India. The interior has two candle boxes with additional