Majus Dowry Chest From Gujarat - Early 19th Century Origin - Miao Tribe it has been bleached a

it has been bleached a pleasing pale yellow by years of Thar desert sun

surface weathering

the shape and painted designs are classically Mughal

on a floral brocade pattern ground

Majus Dowry Chest From Gujarat - Early 19th Century Origin - Miao Tribe it has been bleached aThis stunning old Indian majus dowry chest from Western Gujarat has been given a new lease of life in the Indigo workshop. It dates to the early 19th century has typical Sindh lacquer decoration. The area of Sindh is now in Pakistan. The front of this impressive piece is chip carved in the traditional style and displays classic Gujarati designs with floral and animal motifs. Red beading frames the panels giving it a splash of colour and the entire