Majus Dowry Chest From Gujarat - Early 19th Century Material - Jichimu minor surface marks and a

minor surface marks and a beautifully weathered finish consistent with years of use

symbolic of peace and prosperity in Tibetan-Buddhist art

these boxes were both practical and decorative

towards the Pakistani border where wood is scarce

built-in letter rack

Majus Dowry Chest From Gujarat - Early 19th Century Material - Jichimu minor surface marks and aThis stunning old Indian majus dowry chest from Western Gujarat has been given a new lease of life in the Indigo workshop. It dates to the early 19th century has typical Sindh lacquer decoration. The area of Sindh is now in Pakistan. The front of this impressive piece is chip carved in the traditional style and displays classic Gujarati designs with floral and animal motifs. Red beading frames the panels giving it a splash of colour and the entire