Indian Green Painted Wheeled Chest – 18th Century Material - Mulberry Wood making it one of the

making it one of the most enduring decorative motifs in Chinese ceramics

Layers of old blue paint give this piece a wonderful depth of character

two hinged doors below a twin scroll and scallop shell pediment

20th century

50 x 50 x 48(w x d x h cms)

Indian Green Painted Wheeled Chest – 18th Century Material - Mulberry Wood making it one of theThis 18th century rosewood chest from Gujarat was built to withstand constant travel and heavy loads. Painted a mottled green blue and on old wheels, it is clad with iron strapping, hand forged lock plates and has developed a beautiful, naturally aged patina over centuries of use. It is constructed from solid rosewood. These chests were used to carry valuable household possessions or trade goods. The simple forged side handles made it easier to