Painted Teak Chest From Nagaur - 19thC Material Cardboard Ekdali and Shikari depending on

Ekdali and Shikari depending on the manner in which the cloth is tied

Print Size W22 x H33 cm

Features: Brass bound construction

It is styled around the classic Chinese 'kang' low cabinet design

Painted Teak Chest From Nagaur - 19thC Material Cardboard Ekdali and Shikari depending onThis painted chest is from Nagaur, Northern India. Nagaur is one of the four Rajput schools in the area known as Marwar and is well reputed for its beautiful style of painting. Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary variety of styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced India and were usually made from teak, rosewood, or jackfruit wood. They were used for storing valuables such as textiles, jewelry and cash. The trunk has