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This unique 19th century dowry chest with four iron locks is an exquisite piece of furniture. These dowry chests were presented to a bride at the time of her marriage, by her parent’s household. It would have been used to store valuables, jewellery, linen, silverware, glassware, kitchenware, or any other such article that was considered valuable by the societal parameters of the period. Also referred to as a Hope chest, damchiya, sandook, majju, or pataaro, it is said to have originated due ... Dowry Chest, India History, Antique Chest, Indian Furniture, Indian Decor, Solid Mango Wood, Hope Chest, Mango Wood, Culture Art

This unique 19th century dowry chest with four iron locks is an exquisite piece of furniture. These dowry chests were presented to a bride at the time of her marriage, by her parent’s household. It would have been used to store valuables, jewellery, linen, silverware, glassware, kitchenware, or any other such article that was considered valuable by the societal parameters of the period. Also referred to as a Hope chest, damchiya, sandook, majju, or pataaro, it is said to have originated due…

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A large antique Indian metal bound Dowry chest on wheels, with… - Furniture - Oriental Exterior Moodboard, Antique Indian Furniture, Dowry Chest, Bronze Vase, Timber Panelling, Chinese Bronze, Indian Furniture, Wood Chest, Indian Decor

A large antique Indian metal bound Dowry chest on wheels, with an arched top with dual heavy metal engraved locks, riveted strapwork with embossed patterned borders and serrated edging, rosette studwork to the front, raised on timber wheels hidden behind shaped timber panels, height 102 cm, width 132 cm, depth 80 cm

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Antique Teak Wood Dowry Chest / Trunk - Purana Darwaza Wall Decor Garden, Wedding Chest, Teak Wood Furniture, Vintage Trunks, Garden Decor Items, Indian Furniture, Furniture Vintage, Table Tv, Coffee Table Vintage

This stunning vintage Indian dowry chest (wedding chest) will be a fantastic addition to any decor. Made from solid teak wood the rustic trunk will bring a hint of old-world charm to your interior. It has a multitude of uses from the coffee table, tv stands as well as perfect for storage. The trunk is approx. 75 years old. #puranadarwaza #antiquefurniture #furniture #trunkbox #trunkchestbox #antiqueteakwooddowrychest #antiqueteakwooddowrytrunk #storage #box

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Furniture, Old Doors, Pillars, Home Decor, Antiques on Instagram: "Indian Antique Vintage Teak Wood Damchiya/Dowry Box/Hand Carved wooden Chest/ Indian Damchiya Box/ Antique Storage Box/ Indian Interior  ‘Damchiya’ is what was an Indian bride’s dresser used in earlier times. Most commonly used in Indian states of Rajasthan and Gujarat, these furniture pieces were used as hope  chests to store a bride’s dowry and after the wedding, these were used for storing clothes and other valuables. In modern times like ours, they make for great show stoppers in our hallways  and can also be used as kitchen cabinets, etc.  This is an original antique piece and has a beautiful patina.  Wooden carved Indian dowry box, vintage trunk, blanket box, wedding chest, storage chest, Indian furniture and decor: T Antique Indian Decor, Antique Indian Doors, Indian Antique Decor, Indian Vintage Home Decor, Antique Indian Furniture, Indian Cabinet, Wedding Trunk, Dowry Chest, Hope Chests

Furniture, Old Doors, Pillars, Home Decor, Antiques on Instagram: "Indian Antique Vintage Teak Wood Damchiya/Dowry Box/Hand Carved wooden Chest/ Indian Damchiya Box/ Antique Storage Box/ Indian Interior ‘Damchiya’ is what was an Indian bride’s dresser used in earlier times. Most commonly used in Indian states of Rajasthan and Gujarat, these furniture pieces were used as hope chests to store a bride’s dowry and after the wedding, these were used for storing clothes and other valuables. In…

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