Brass Studded 'Zanzibar' Chest From Kutch - 19th Century Material - Kair Wood Painted in the traditional way

Painted in the traditional way with stone and real gold paints

Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary variety of styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced India and were used for storing valuables such as textiles

The interior of this piece is separated by a shelf and two drawers

and patina consistent with long-term use

Brass Studded 'Zanzibar' Chest From Kutch - 19th Century Material - Kair Wood Painted in the traditional wayThis Indian teak chest dates to the 19th century and is an excellent example of a 'Zanzibar chest'. These chests were made in The Rann of Kutch and used as dhow trade chests for transporting spices like pepper and cloves, Indian cottons, gemstones. The main trade hubs were Diu, Surat, Basra, Zanzibar & Bombay. The chest is decorated with brass studs and corners. It has brass lifting handles on the sides. As a trading chest, this piece has had a tough