Brass Bound Jackfruit Chest From South India - 18th Century Origin - Africa This hand-carved granite ram comes

This hand-carved granite ram comes from Hebei Province

decorated with a traditional Qilin amongst bamboo

It originally opened from the top

made from reclaimed materials

rich patina that enhances the natural cedar grain

Brass Bound Jackfruit Chest From South India - 18th Century Origin - Africa This hand-carved granite ram comesThis is a nice early example of a Jackfruit wood Indian storage chest from South India. It has brass corners and hand forged iron lifting handles. The interior is spacious with an internal candle box. A sturdy chain stops the chest lid from falling back straining the hinges. This chest would have been used as a dowry chest, valuables such as textiles, family jewellery and cash would have been stored inside. The back plate for the handles on the sides