Majus Dowry Chest From Saurashtra - 19th Century Origin - Indonesia When not in use you

When not in use you can plant them up with bright blousy annuals

it is richly detailed with geometric and floral chip carving and bound with iron for strength and security

Blanco was applied with a brush and water

there are also two sliding drawers

Tibetan Choksar With Original Painting - 19thC

Majus Dowry Chest From Saurashtra - 19th Century Origin - Indonesia When not in use youThis beautifully carved and patinated antique Indian dowry chest is a fine example of a majus dowry chest (also spelled majju manjush). The style is attributed to the Mer community of Saurashtra in Gujarat, Northern India and it dates to the 19th century. These were the most elaborate pieces of furniture found in a Mer household and would have been used as storage chests. These elaborate chests were covered in finely carved animals, and are defined by