Description:

Central Asia, India / Persia, Islamic culture ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A beautiful teak wood dowry / storage chest with brass appliques and fittings, a working lock and key, and the base and inside compartments are made from a darker, fragrant wood (sandalwood or camphor), with doors and sliding lids. Teak is a hard, long-lasting wood that would have been passed down through generations to store precious clothing, bedding, jewelry, and other possessions; the interior sandalwood / camphor would scent the contents and protect from insects. Whether this was commissioned for a wedding or simply to furnish a home, these wood chests were often made / imported from India and throughout the Middle East and were prized for their craftsmanship and beauty. Size: 18.75" L x 11.5" W x 8" H (47.6 cm x 29.2 cm x 20.3 cm)

Provenance: Ex-Denenberg Fine Arts, Los Angeles, California USA

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#178961

  • Condition: Antique, pre-owned condition. Chip and losses to brass panel fittings on lid and body, newer brass panel attached to front left corner. Missing brass circle inlay on frontside. Abrasions, chips, and stable pressure fissures to wood. Lock functions and key is included. Interior compartments are in great condition. Overall good condition with great signs of age.

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