Brass Bound Teak Indian Campaign Chest, Rajasthan -19thC Iron Bound Chests Brass chapati boxes were used

Brass chapati boxes were used in the old days of India as lunch boxes for packaging chapati (wheat bread) & naan bread in Rajasthan

This vintage Indian glazed wall cabinet has been painted in beautiful subtle mint tones

These Chinese cabinets were used for storage of silks

paint loss and surface patination consistent with age and outdoor use

Brass Bound Teak Indian Campaign Chest, Rajasthan -19thC Iron Bound Chests Brass chapati boxes were usedThese Anglo Indian Military chests were originally used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their kit and personal possessions whilst on tour. As they had to with stand a lot of punishment in transit, they were exceptionally well made. The top name plate originally would have shown the name of the owner, a soldier or officer. Campaign chests were constructed from teak, rosewood or jackfruit wood and were made to order by skilled