Brass Bound Rosewood Document Box From Kerala - 19th Century Finish - Brown Lacquer This very decorative painted leather

This very decorative painted leather on camphor wood trunk dates from the early part of the 19th century

You see them carved on the beams over doorways and windows

the paint has distressed over time with the hot weather that is indicative of the state of Gujarat

goats and camels depending on the size

Brass Bound Rosewood Document Box From Kerala - 19th Century Finish - Brown Lacquer This very decorative painted leatherThis beautiful old Indian document box is crafted from luxurious solid rosewood. It's an excellent example of Indian craftsmanship with brass bindings over its exterior and delicate rosewood detailings on the interior. These rosewood Indian boxes were made for carrying documents and writing supplies. They would also have been used for storing valuables. You can see a clear influence in style from the British occupation in India. This style of box is