Brass Bound Chest From Rann Of Kutch - 18th Century Period - Shōwa Painted using traditional techniques with

Painted using traditional techniques with stone and mineral pigments

This Shanxi sideboard is no exception

Featuring a glazed front panel and two internal shelves

made from vintage textiles

An excellent example of a Kutchi chest from The Rann of Kutch on the west coast of India

Brass Bound Chest From Rann Of Kutch - 18th Century Period - Shōwa Painted using traditional techniques withThis is an excellent example of a Kutchi chest from the Rann of Kutch on the west coast of India. Bound with brass and made from solid teak, it dates from the 18th century and has a wonderful patina. There are clear similarities with Dutch East India Company VOC chests. The mix of styles found on this chest reflects the many influences exerted on India in the 17th, 18th & 19th centuries. The overall style has parallels to the construction of the