Majus Dowry Chest From Gujarat - Early 19th Century Material - Jichimu built-in letter rack

built-in letter rack

these boxes were both practical and decorative

towards the Pakistani border where wood is scarce

minor surface marks and a beautifully weathered finish consistent with years of use

robust and full of character

Majus Dowry Chest From Gujarat - Early 19th Century Material - Jichimu built-in letter rackThis stunning old Indian majus dowry chest from Western Gujarat has been given a new lease of life in the Indigo workshop. It dates to the early 19th century has typical Sindh lacquer decoration. The area of Sindh is now in Pakistan. The front of this impressive piece is chip carved in the traditional style and displays classic Gujarati designs with floral and animal motifs. Red beading frames the panels giving it a splash of colour and the entire