Iron Bound Indian Chest From Gujarat - 19thC Mirrors This late 19th century Chinese

This late 19th century Chinese spring bench comes from Shanxi Province and is crafted from solid elm wood

These are sometimes used as a built-in cupboard for storage

Although the stone is frostproof water should be drained during freezing weather to avoid cracking

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Iron Bound Indian Chest From Gujarat - 19thC Mirrors This late 19th century ChineseThis Indian iron bound pithara dowry chest would originally have been twice the height but has been cut down to create a dramatic and functional chest that can either be used for storage or as a coffee table. It has ample storage and would be a substantial blanket chest. Impressive carved wrought iron hasps and original metalwork binding give this piece a great deal of character. Constructed from robust teak wood, sturdy iron handles make it easy to