Brass Bound Teak Military Chest From Rajasthan -19th Century Indonesia Hand-constructed in multiple stacked compartments

Hand-constructed in multiple stacked compartments and secured by a sturdy hinged frame

Raised on a slender

at the end of a bed

The doors are richly decorated with cranes (a common subject in Japanese art)

Brass Bound Teak Military Chest From Rajasthan -19th Century Indonesia Hand-constructed in multiple stacked compartmentsThis antique brass bound Anglo Indian military chest dates to the 19th century and is the perfect size for a bijou coffee table. It is constructed from beautifully patinated teak and has its original brass fittings and handles. A sturdy chain that prevents the lid from falling open and straining the hinges. This piece is a fine example of an Anglo Indian military chest. Military chests were used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their