Painted Teak Chest From Gujarat - 19th Century Finish - Brown Lacquer This vintage South Indian grain

This vintage South Indian grain measure

and traces of old pigments speak to their long life and use

Dimensions: Width 48 x Depth 3 x Height 55 cm

Features: Chinoiserie decoration with landscapes and figures

Painted Teak Chest From Gujarat - 19th Century Finish - Brown Lacquer This vintage South Indian grainBeautifully worn and richly patinated, this 19th century painted Indian chest from Gujarat is a striking example of rural craftsmanship. Once used in village households for storing grain, textiles, or valuables, its sturdy proportions and weathered finish evoke generations of practical use and quiet beauty. The surface retains its original layered paint in shades of blue over rich brown teak wood, now softly faded and distressed, creating a naturally