Iron Bound Wheeled Chest From Gujarat - 19th Century shawl They were experts in dance

They were experts in dance and music and were the court entertainers of Indra Puri

Originally it would have been painted in vivid colours of which some remnants remain

each centred around a stylised flower framed within geometric borders—typical of traditional Indian wood carving

a decorative side table or an elegant plant stand

Iron Bound Wheeled Chest From Gujarat - 19th Century shawl They were experts in danceThis antique Indian chest dates to the 19th century and is from the state of Gujarat. It is constructed from teak wood, is bound with iron, and has been mounted on four wheels for easy transportation from room to room. It has wonderful lacquer beading around the lid. These chests would have been used for storing valuables such as textiles, jewelry & cash. One of its most noticeable features is its beautifully carved lock plate which is carved in the