Brass Bound Indian Teak Military Chest - 19thC Material - Glass Wooden Ancestor Figure from Shanxi

Wooden Ancestor Figure from Shanxi Province -Circa - Mid 19thC - Traces of old paint

As well as various stamps

The carving is the true focus of the piece

This antique beautifully patinate Korean coin chest was known as a Ton-Kwe

Brass Bound Indian Teak Military Chest - 19thC Material - Glass Wooden Ancestor Figure from ShanxiThese Anglo Indian Military chests were originally used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their kit and personal possessions whilst on tour. As they had to with stand a lot of punishment in transit, they were exceptionally well made. This Indian chest is made from teak wood and has internal trays for additional storage. Constructed from Teak, Rosewood or Jackfruit wood they were made to order by skilled carpenters. Depending on rank,