Brass Bound Teak Military Chest From Hyderabad -19th Century Damchiya Sideboards and are set against a

and are set against a rich rust orange background

31 x 40 x 51 (wxdxh cms)

202 x 40 x 87 (wxdxh cms)

The panel depicts Gaja Lakshmi or Gajalaxmi meaning Lakshmi with elephants

This white marble elephant panel is hand-carved in the Mughal style in the traditional way by the skilled craftsmen & women of Rajasthan

Brass Bound Teak Military Chest From Hyderabad -19th Century Damchiya Sideboards and are set against aThese Anglo Indian military chests were originally used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their kit and personal possessions whilst on tour. This one is from Hyderabad. The central plate would originally have been etched with a name. As they had to withstand a lot of punishment in transit, they were exceptionally well made. The front, sides, and top are all made from single planks of teak wood. This particular chest retains its original