Iron Bound Teak Merchant Chest From Goa - 19th Century Shelf This style was a development

This style was a development from sancai porcelain of the Ming period and came to prominence in the early Qing dynasty

the beading defined with small hammer blows and the floral terminals soldered in place to form the suspension loops

225 x 48 x 96 (wxdxh cms)

It is also supplied with a working key

He has tightly curled hair with central miniature shrine

Iron Bound Teak Merchant Chest From Goa - 19th Century Shelf This style was a developmentThis wonderfully patinated antique South Indian teak chest is made in the traditional Goan style and dates to the 19th century. It is made from large planks of forest teak wood and is mounted on wheels. There is a secret compartment (see photos) below the candle box. Merchants used these chests to store valuables; textiles, jewelry, dowry, or cash. Goa was a Portuguese colony from 1510 and the main anchorage for Portuguese armada ships and merchants.