Red Leather Trunk From Shanghai - 19th Century Material - Paulownia Wood Surat was one of the

Surat was one of the main trading posts for the British in India and found new prosperity with the opening of India's railways exporting silks

it is a fine example of the longevity of traditional crafts

The restrained design reflects the influence of the British presence in India during the 19th century

140  x 18 ( wxd cms)

Red Leather Trunk From Shanghai - 19th Century Material - Paulownia Wood Surat was one of theLeather Trunks have been used for many hundreds of years in China with the classic style changing very little. Made for travelling and storage of clothing they are robust and work well in a contemporary western space as a coffee table, or for storage. Chinese leather trunks come in 4 colours; black, red, cream & aubergine. This particular piece dates to the 19th century and has a beautifully engraved locking plate and early brass handles. The interior