Iron Bound Wheeled Chest From Gujarat - 19th Century Vintage Throws It played an important part

It played an important part in each family's clan life

the otlo (balcony)

Perfect for keepsakes or jewellery and made from teak wood

There is an undoubted fallacy surrounding opera chests which are often said to have been used by the traveling Shanxi Opera for carrying clothes and props

Iron Bound Wheeled Chest From Gujarat - 19th Century Vintage Throws It played an important partThis 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