Brass Bound Teak Chest From Gujarat - 19th Century (With Secret Compartment) Bedside Cabinets Small: W12 x D12 x

Small: W12 x D12 x H29 cm

Designed to prevent livestock and stray animals from entering the household while maintaining ventilation and visibility

and architectural fittings from temples and havelis

155 x 41 x 84 (wxdxh cms)

these chests were equipped with strong padlocks

Brass Bound Teak Chest From Gujarat - 19th Century (With Secret Compartment) Bedside Cabinets Small: W12 x D12 xThis antique Indian brass bound chest dates to the 19th century. The style is from Gujarat in Northern India and would have been used for storing valuables such as textiles, jewelry & cash. There is an interior box for storing candles which would have been valuable, especially in the darker times of the year. This chest is particularly special as it has a secret compartment. When the side of the candle box is lifted, it becomes possible to remove a