Indian Green Painted Wheeled Chest – 18th Century shawl The fittings & locks are

The fittings & locks are made from iron - the keys are missing which is normal for a piece of this age

127 x 49 x 170 (wxdxh cms)

earthy character

The doors open fully to reveal a single wide shelf spanning the length of the piece

In Shanxi furniture of this type

Indian Green Painted Wheeled Chest – 18th Century shawl The fittings & locks areThis 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