Indian Iron Bound Teak Chest - 19thC Style - Meiping Vase These authentic Indian kadai fire

These authentic Indian kadai fire bowls date to the 1920s and have been hand-selected in Rajasthan

The original Mughal painting of urns & parrots were found after our restorers removed four layers of later paint

The sticks are then riveted together with hand wrought iron fittings to make a very sturdy box

Known as stick boxes

19 x 16 x 68 cm tall

Indian Iron Bound Teak Chest - 19thC Style - Meiping Vase These authentic Indian kadai fireThis Indian chest is made from teak wood and is iron bound. It was made in the 19th century as a chest and originates from Rajasthan. This bijou chest has delightfully delicate old lacquered feet. Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary variety of styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced India. They were usually made from Teak, rosewood or jackfruit wood. They were used for storing valuables such as textiles, jewellery and