Brass Bound Indian Military Chest -19th Century Dowry Chest it retains a wonderfully aged

it retains a wonderfully aged

Print Size: 71 x 35 (wxh cms)

A Japanese woodblock print by artist Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1864) titled "Usugumo"

The warm tone and dense grain of the timber are complemented by the restrained brass bindings

The hand-wrought iron hooks make this a very unique piece that is both useful and very decorative as a coat hook

Brass Bound Indian Military Chest -19th Century Dowry Chest it retains a wonderfully agedThis antique brass bound Anglo Indian campaign chest dates to the 19th century and is a great size for a coffee table. Military chests were used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their kit and personal possessions whilst on tour, they were made to order and had to withstand a lot of punishment in transit. It is constructed from beautifully patinated burmese teak wood and has its original brass fittings and handles. The interior consists