Product ID: FUCB0073
Wooden Boxes
Product Description:This majestic Indo-Dutch chest harks back to the colonial days and the 'spice wars'.Originally from colonial Ceylon (modern-day Sri Lanka). It dates from the middle of the 18th century. It is beautifully constructed from jackfruit wood with ebony trim and beading. The intricate and flamboyant brass decoration makes this chest incredibly striking. It is an exceptional example of Indo-Dutch furniture and would have been owned by a wealthy trader travelling between Sri-Lanka, South India, and Europe.
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