Black Painted Indian Military Chest - 19th Century Clothing A similar earlier example can

A similar earlier example can be found on page 169 of "Classic Chinese Furniture of The Qing Dynasty" by Tian Jiaqing (Fig

The dragon was used by Chinese emperors to instil their power and strength and is possibly the most famous Chinese symbol

The presence of Western motifs point to earlier Canton productions as Cantonware developed its own style through the course of the first half of the 19th century reaching its apex around 1850

This particular piece has beautiful carvings with floral motifs often used by northern nomads

Black Painted Indian Military Chest - 19th Century Clothing A similar earlier example canA practical and charming antique Indian military box dating to the 19th century. It is made from painted teak wood in the Anglo Indian style and likely would have belonged to a merchant or East Indiaman. The original brass bindings are typical of the campaign style introduced by the British East India Company. Wheels on the base make for easy movement when loaded. The interior has a good useable space. There are two open trays, one on each side, that