Black Painted Indian Military Chest - 19th Century Clothing 227 x 47 x 85

227 x 47 x 85 (wxdxh cms)

The presence of Western motifs point to earlier Canton productions as Cantonware developed its own style through the course of the first half of the 19th century reaching its apex around 1850

contemporary interior or country kitchen

Note the similarities with the article pictured on the front cover

its form is defined by four gently flared legs supporting a thick

Black Painted Indian Military Chest - 19th Century Clothing 227 x 47 x 85A practical and charming antique Indian military box dating to the 19th century. It is made from painted teak wood in the Anglo Indian style and likely would have belonged to a merchant or East Indiaman. The original brass bindings are typical of the campaign style introduced by the British East India Company. Wheels on the base make for easy movement when loaded. The interior has a good useable space. There are two open trays, one on each side, that