Brass Bound Indian Military Chest -19th Century Origin - Turkmenisten 85 x 47 x 112

85 x 47 x 112 (wxdxh cms)

Originally used as a grain measure

Known as a Fengweizhen or “phoenix-tail” vase

The tradition of growing and taking opium in Rajasthan has existed for centuries and to some extent

These striking doors from the Madhya Pradesh region of India date from the 18th century and were originally from Madhya Pradesh in Northern India

Brass Bound Indian Military Chest -19th Century Origin - Turkmenisten 85 x 47 x 112This antique brass bound Anglo Indian campaign chest dates to the 19th century and is a great size for a coffee table. Military chests were used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their kit and personal possessions whilst on tour, they were made to order and had to withstand a lot of punishment in transit. It is constructed from beautifully patinated burmese teak wood and has its original brass fittings and handles. The interior consists