Indian Ammunition 'Limber' Chest - Late 19th Century Origin - Korea The aged paint layers reveal

The aged paint layers reveal subtle tonal variation throughout

however it is made from sustainable mango wood

An excellent example of an antique Tibetan painted choksar dating from the 17th century and one of the oldest we have encountered

Dimensions: W34 x D1 x H40 cm

25 x 25 x 23

Indian Ammunition 'Limber' Chest - Late 19th Century Origin - Korea The aged paint layers revealThis antique limber chest would have been used by the British army in India in the late 19th century. These chests were extremely sturdy and made of hardy teak wood bound with iron. The average limber chest was designed to be able to carry over three times its weight in ammunition. Still a very functional piece, and now a truly unique decorative antique it is the perfect size for storage or use as a side table. The patinated teak and iron would fit