Rubari Damchiya Dowry Chest - Circa 1920 Iron Bound Chests strength and loyalty

strength and loyalty

These cabinets would have been incredibly expensive and time consuming to create

Kantha is a centuries-old Indian tradition of stitching patchwork cloth from rags by thrifty rural women

unpolished condition

illustrating the enduring appeal and collectability of this form

Rubari Damchiya Dowry Chest - Circa 1920 Iron Bound Chests strength and loyaltyThis striking bijou dowry chest originates from the Rabari tribe of Kutch, Gujarat, and dates to around 1920. Known locally as a damchiya, this type of chest was traditionally gifted by a brides family as part of her dowry and would have once held prized possessions such as jewellery, silks, and heirlooms. Crafted from solid teak and finished in its original whitewashed paint, this piece is richly detailed with chip carved geometric patterns and inset