Brass Bound Rosewood Chest From Kutch - 18th Century Bidri Work Best used with tea lights

Best used with tea lights

Chinese traditional medicine was stored in this fabulous Apothecary Chest

We have chosen to reframe this old woodblock print with our skilled team in a simple matte black wood frame

Similar examples and further information can be found in The Decorative Arts of The China Trade by Crossman

A very fine museum quality reproduction piece

Brass Bound Rosewood Chest From Kutch - 18th Century Bidri Work Best used with tea lightsAn excellent example of a Kutchi chest from The Rann of Kutch on the west coast of India. Bound with brass and made from solid rosewood, it dates from the 18th century. The mix of styles found on this chest reflects the many influences exerted on India in the 17th, 18th & 19th centuries. The overall style and use of rosewood have parallels to the construction of the 'Zanzibar' chests constructed in Gujarat for the dhow trade ships. It's possible this