Brass Bound Teak Indian Campaign Chest, Rajasthan -19thC Tables Rosewood or Jackfruit wood they

Rosewood or Jackfruit wood they were made to order by skilled carpenters

This example

From Northern China - these are guaranteed frost hardy

Each figure is shown in graceful profile

but the overall condition otherwise is very good for the period

Brass Bound Teak Indian Campaign Chest, Rajasthan -19thC Tables Rosewood or Jackfruit wood theyThese 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. The top name plate originally would have shown the name of the owner, a soldier or officer. Campaign chests were constructed from teak, rosewood or jackfruit wood and were made to order by skilled