Brass Bound Teak Military Chest From Burma - 19th Century Wucai Porcelain attests to many decades of

attests to many decades of use beside a family doorway

Origin: Fujian province

Decorated with two dragons soaring amongst stylised clouds above crashing waves

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Brass Bound Teak Military Chest From Burma - 19th Century Wucai Porcelain attests to many decades ofThis original Burmese military chest is made to Anglo Indian military standards. Also called a Burmese campaign chest, these trunks were originally used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their kit and personal possessions whilst on tour. The British East India Company had stations across Northern India & Burma throughout much of the 19th century. It's likely this chest was made for an East Indiaman stationed in Burma (modern day