Brass Bound Rosewood Military Chest - 19thC Period - Meiji The currently popular blue and

The currently popular blue and white porcelain is glazed using a transparent porcelain glaze dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618 - 907)

1' at the handle lug

Blue and white porcelain is glazed using a transparent porcelain glaze dating back to the Tang Dynasty - 618 - 907

224 x 45 x 86 (wxdxh cms)

Brass Bound Rosewood Military Chest - 19thC Period - Meiji The currently popular blue andMilitary chests were originally used by officers of the British Indian Army. They were used to carry the officers clothes and personal possessions while on tour. Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary variety of styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced India. They were usually made from Teak, rosewood or jackfruit wood. They were used for storing valuables such as textiles, jewellery and cash. Our pieces are mostly from