Painted Coffee Table Chest From Gujurat - 19th Century Chakki Tables Probably from a Haveli -

Probably from a Haveli - a large residence owned by a wealthy family - it dates from the second half of the 19thC and is most likely from the same Haveli as This Door

arched opening

Available in 3 colours

these old Indian boxes were passed down through the family

or above a mantle

Painted Coffee Table Chest From Gujurat - 19th Century Chakki Tables Probably from a Haveli -This 19th century Indian teak chest combines robust construction with expert carpentry, making it equally suited as a substantial coffee table or a blanket chest. Built to protect valuable possessions during everyday life and long distance travel, its heavy iron strapwork and solid teak construction have enabled it to survive generations of use while developing a wonderfully rich patina. The front is decorated with rows of hand forged iron bindings