Painted Teak Chest From Gujarat - 19th Century Finish - Lacquered These boxes were used for

These boxes were used for as money boxes

textiles and decorative arts

repeating patterns

This antique Indian dowry box from the desert region of Jaisalmer

180 x 48 x 83 (w x d x h cms)

Painted Teak Chest From Gujarat - 19th Century Finish - Lacquered These boxes were used forBeautifully worn and richly patinated, this 19th century painted Indian chest from Gujarat is a striking example of rural craftsmanship. Once used in village households for storing grain, textiles, or valuables, its sturdy proportions and weathered finish evoke generations of practical use and quiet beauty. The surface retains its original layered paint in shades of blue over rich brown teak wood, now softly faded and distressed, creating a naturally