Majus Dowry Chest From Saurashtra - 19th Century Origin - Japan see our photos

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Guaranteed frost hardy - winter temperatures in North China can drop to -20 Celsius

The carving shows a strong Mughal influence-19thCIt will make a stunning piece of wall art

two smaller drawers flanking the cupboard

Celadon ware first appeared at the end of the Han Dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD) and flourished under the Jin Dynasty (265 – 420 AD)

Majus Dowry Chest From Saurashtra - 19th Century Origin - Japan see our photosThis beautifully carved and patinated antique Indian dowry chest is a fine example of a majus dowry chest (also spelled majju manjush). The style is attributed to the Mer community of Saurashtra in Gujarat, Northern India and it dates to the 19th century. These were the most elaborate pieces of furniture found in a Mer household and would have been used as storage chests. These elaborate chests were covered in finely carved animals, and are defined by