Painted Teak Chest On Wheels From Nagaur - 19th Century Origin - Congo 5 x 122 (wxdxh cms)

5 x 122  (wxdxh cms)

scrolling foliage

each shawl has an artisanal quality that reflects the individuality of the hand painting process

its modest form brings warmth and authenticity to country-style

its simple rectangular form is reinforced with traditional joinery

Painted Teak Chest On Wheels From Nagaur - 19th Century Origin - Congo 5 x 122 (wxdxh cms)This antique Indian chest is from Nagaur in Northern India and dates to the 19th century. It is painted on all four sides with a beautiful repeating floral pattern. Red lacquer beading running along the edge of the chest frames the painting. Nagaur is one of the four Rajput schools in the area known as Marwar and is well reputed for its beautiful style of painting. Our workshop team has painstakingly cleaned this piece whilst retaining its age and