An Indian Brass Mounted Stained Hardwood Chest
$4,800.00
Skip to product information
An Indian Brass Mounted Stained Hardwood Chest
$4,800.00
An Indian hardwood and brass mounted "Zanzibar" chest, also known as a Kuwaiti or dhow trade chest. These chests were typically crafted in Surat, Gujarat, in the 19th century. Originally used for maritime trade routes, they transported valuable goods like spices and textiles. The construction features hand-hammered brass mounts, decorative nail-head patterns, and often three drawers along the base. They were exported widely across trade hubs like Zanzibar, Basra, and Bombay, explaining their various regional names.
The chest measures: 27"x57"x27.1/4" and is ready for display.