Dutch Colonial Chest from Ceylon - 18th Century Mirrors 92 x 39 x 83

92 x 39 x 83 (wxdxh cms)

other animals like horses and peacock designs are found

and have many years of rich patina

The corner hardware is in the shape of a fan

Framed in a gilt faux bamboo frame

Dutch Colonial Chest from Ceylon - 18th Century Mirrors 92 x 39 x 83This majestic antique 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 brass decorations and stands on four carved hoof legs. The interior consists of one large storage space with a chain preventing the lid from falling open. Two drawers along the bottom add additional