Painted Indian 'Pithara' Chest From Gujarat - 19th Century Sale worn timber and aged ironwork

worn timber and aged ironwork combine to give the piece a distinctive character that only genuine age can provide

with small marks and dents consistent with age and use

With 3 drawers

This bowl is made from teak wood and is from Rajasthan

giving it both historical depth and striking visual appeal

Painted Indian 'Pithara' Chest From Gujarat - 19th Century Sale worn timber and aged ironworkThis antique iron bound teak dowry chest known as a pithara in India has been reduced in depth to create a dramatic console table. it dates to the 19th century. This style of pithara is from a Kathi home in Saurashtra and was known in the local dialect as a pataro. The Kathi were a ruling caste in Saurashtra and these chests would have contained a grand dowry. It is perfect for the storage of bedding for occasional guests. Chests and boxes from India