Brass Bound Teak Military Chest From Burma - 19th Century Wucai Porcelain Markings: engraved circular lines

Markings: engraved circular lines

It displays superbly on its own

6 x 6 x 20 (wxdxh cms)

age-related losses and surface marks consistent with its original use

This carved wood figure shows traces its original paint

Brass Bound Teak Military Chest From Burma - 19th Century Wucai Porcelain Markings: engraved circular linesThis original Burmese military chest is made to Anglo Indian military standards. Also called a Burmese campaign chest, these trunks were originally used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their kit and personal possessions whilst on tour. The British East India Company had stations across Northern India & Burma throughout much of the 19th century. It's likely this chest was made for an East Indiaman stationed in Burma (modern day