Brass Bound Indian Teak Chest - 18th Century Table Lamp 25 x 5 (wxdxh cms)

25 x 5 (wxdxh cms)

a distinctive structural feature typical of these benches which gives them both stability and a graceful architectural profile

and arches separate

This example dates to the 19th century and is made from teak wood

Brass Bound Indian Teak Chest - 18th Century Table Lamp 25 x 5 (wxdxh cms)This antique Indian brass bound chest dates to the 19th century. It would have been used for storing valuables such as textiles, jewelry & cash. There is an interior box for storing candles which would have been valuable, especially in the darker times of the year. It has two large drawers with a smaller secret central drawer for maps. The wheels are concealed behind wonderfully carved covers and make moving this piece easier even when fully loaded. A