Brass Studded Teak Zanzibar Chest From Surat - 19th Century Wool As it is such a

As it is such a large piece it is fitted with wheels

This fine glazed celadon porcelain rice bowl is delicately finished in a soft shade of jade green

naturally developed patina that enhances the clarity of the carving and the deep tone of the elm

As each bowl is handmade

Brass Studded Teak Zanzibar Chest From Surat - 19th Century Wool As it is such aThis beautiful Indian 'Zanzibar' chest dates to the 19th century and is an excellent example of a Surat style 'Zanzibar chest'. Made from solid teak wood and clad in brass. These chests were made in Surat in Gujarat by Parsees and used as dhow trade chests on ships for transporting spices like pepper and cloves, Indian cottons, gemstones. The main trade hubs were Diu, Surat, Basra, Zanzibar & Bombay hence these chests being found across much of the