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Description
This piece originates likely from Western India and is known as a Damchiya or Dowry Chest, traditionally used for storing … Read more This piece originates likely from Western India and is known as a Damchiya or Dowry Chest, traditionally used for storing a bride's most valuable and prized possessions—symbolized in its heavily decorated exterior. This chest has an incredibly unique and rich texture of carved wood, metal studs, and framed inset mirrors of varied shapes rhythmically dappling its front and sides. Hand-made metal hinges and fasteners. Interior has one small compartment. See less
- Dimensions
- 42.5ʺW × 24.5ʺD × 28.5ʺH
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- India
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Metal
- Mirror
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Piece shows significant wear, including minor wood/paint loss and damage to mirrors (most are cracked/missing.) Interesting blue splotch on the … morePiece shows significant wear, including minor wood/paint loss and damage to mirrors (most are cracked/missing.) Interesting blue splotch on the front brings out the warmth in the red and yellow elsewhere on the chest. Solid build and functional hinges, although its age and history are obvious. less
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