Leather Hat Box From Shanghai - 19th Century Material - Chicken Wing Wood Materials: Solid Teak With Metal

Materials: Solid Teak With Metal Bosses And Mirror Inlay

Chapati boxes were used as practical lunch boxes for carrying chapati (unleavened wheat bread) and naan

and traces of this original lacquer can still be seen on this example

together with the gently rounded legs and stretchers

Leather Hat Box From Shanghai - 19th Century Material - Chicken Wing Wood Materials: Solid Teak With MetalThis beautiful old leather hat box was made for the storage of Chinese officials hats or storage of Chinese hats that were used for special occasions. They have an old brass lock and are constructed from burgundy lacquered leather. UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 15 More delivery options available at checkout