Carved Tribal Cedar Chest From The Kulu Valley - 19thC Chests these were re-enforced with corners

these were re-enforced with corners of brass or iron

Lacquer pots such as this were traditionally used in Rajasthan and Gujarat for storing jewellery or bindi powder

sturdy hanging fixtures to the rear

Red bats like these spread good fortune

Carved Tribal Cedar Chest From The Kulu Valley - 19thC Chests these were re-enforced with cornersThese antique Himalayan cedar chests come from the Kulu valley in Himachal Pradesh and were used for grain storage. They are made from Cedar wood which is roughly hewn into planks with an adze. It is then assembled using wooden pegs. The front is often chip carved with designs that have been used for centuries. From Kulu Valley, India 64 x 31 x 51 (wxdxh cms) UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 40 More delivery options available on checkout