Brass Bound Teak Indian Campaign Chest, Rajasthan -19thC Tables Rosewood or Jackfruit wood they

Rosewood or Jackfruit wood they were made to order by skilled carpenters

If you don‚¬„¢t like this colour

This piece is primarily painted with domestic and 'wise' objects

but the overall condition otherwise is very good for the period

Brass Bound Teak Indian Campaign Chest, Rajasthan -19thC Tables Rosewood or Jackfruit wood theyThese Anglo Indian Military chests were originally used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their kit and personal possessions whilst on tour. As they had to with stand a lot of punishment in transit, they were exceptionally well made. The top name plate originally would have shown the name of the owner, a soldier or officer. Campaign chests were constructed from teak, rosewood or jackfruit wood and were made to order by skilled