Painted Brass Bound Indian Military Chest - 19th Century Orange & White Porcelain now softly worn with age

now softly worn with age

Lamp spoons like this were made by itinerant blacksmiths (Lohariya Tribe) and were originally used with oil & a wick

These amulets are worn till this day on various parts of the body and sometimes might have been concealed in turbans

Condition: Wear and surface losses consistent with age and traditional use

When cool the clay mould is broken off exposing the cast bronze object

Painted Brass Bound Indian Military Chest - 19th Century Orange & White Porcelain now softly worn with ageWe have a particularly special and vividly decorated Anglo Indian Military chest. Painted with a dramatic and worn mint green paint. These were originally used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their kit and personal possessions whilst on tour. This example dates from the 19th century and is constructed from teak with brass corners and handles. The top opens to reveal a compartmentalised letter rack over a large interior space. On the