Brass Bound Indian Military Chest -19th Century Chairs Porcelain Calligraphy Brush pot -

Porcelain Calligraphy Brush pot - hand made on the potters wheel in the traditional way

Crafted from richly grained rosewood and reinforced with brass bindings

Frames of this type were often repurposed from architectural elements or traditional furniture

It is likely it dates to the late Meiji period

each one softened by time and enhanced by a delicate limed finish

Brass Bound Indian Military Chest -19th Century Chairs Porcelain Calligraphy Brush pot -This handsome 19th century Anglo Indian brass bound military chest is a superb example of the robust campaign furniture commissioned by officers serving in British India. Crafted from beautifully figured solid teak, it retains a rich, warm patina developed over generations of use, while its original brass corner straps, reinforcing mounts and iron carrying handles speak to its practical military origins. Designed to endure the rigours of long distance