Indian Carved Panel From Kutch - 19thC Apothecary Cabinets original blue painted finish

original blue painted finish

Dimensions: W54 x D7 x H86 cm

A Reverse Glass Painting in Original Rosewood Frame

The brass fittings are original and this chest can be particularly prized for its one piece top

Indian Carved Panel From Kutch - 19thC Apothecary Cabinets original blue painted finishThe front door of a chip carved dowry chest in the traditional style. A set of these would make great wall art. Each piece is supplied with a wall fixture, Traditionally the brides family had to offer gifts known as Dowry to the bridegrooms family if they were to find a good husband for their daughter. Dowry was normally Gold jewellery and Silk saris but sometimes brass cooking pots and other family treasures were exchanged. In modern times dowry is