Brass Bound Indian Military Chest -19th Century Chairs They were given as gifts

They were given as gifts to temples as donations of devotion

It is likely it dates to the late Meiji period

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

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

Brass Bound Indian Military Chest -19th Century Chairs They were given as giftsThis 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