Teak Money Box Chest - 19th Century Period - Taishō This console table was made

This console table was made using an 18th century carved and blue painted beam reclaimed from an old building and reclaimed teak wood salvaged from old buildings in Rajasthan and Gujarat

representing Triratna's spiritual fire

This type of seed drill was traditionally found across Gujarat and Maharashtra

This piece is primarily painted with domestic and 'wise' objects

Dimensions: W34 x D28 x H31 cm

Teak Money Box Chest - 19th Century Period - Taishō This console table was madeOnce used to store valuables in colonial era India, this teak money box chest is a striking antique from the 19th century, distinguished by its deep patina and richly aged painted surface. The timeworn green finishnow beautifully crackled and weatheredreveals layers of history, whilst the coin slot in the top hints at its original purpose: safeguarding valuables such as jewellery and cash. Chests like this were often found in merchant homes and shops,