Brass Bound Rosewood Document Box From Kerala - 19th Century Finish - Brown Lacquer This chest is mid 19thC

This chest is mid 19thC & comes from Gujarat

these highly decorative containers formed an important part of social and ceremonial life throughout the Indian subcontinent

goats and camels depending on the size

It dates to the 19th century and would have likely come from the entrance doorway to a wealthy merchant's home

Brass Bound Rosewood Document Box From Kerala - 19th Century Finish - Brown Lacquer This chest is mid 19thCThis beautiful old Indian document box is crafted from luxurious solid rosewood. It's an excellent example of Indian craftsmanship with brass bindings over its exterior and delicate rosewood detailings on the interior. These rosewood Indian boxes were made for carrying documents and writing supplies. They would also have been used for storing valuables. You can see a clear influence in style from the British occupation in India. This style of box is