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an old wooden trunk with metal handles and decorative designs on the top, sitting in front of a white background

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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an old trunk is sitting on the floor

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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a painting of a woman sitting on top of a bed next to a trunk filled with stuff

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 wooden chest with brass hardwares on the front and sides, sitting against a white background

Wooden side chest/ Wooden beautiful hand made chest/ Wooden dowry chest/ Wooden coffee table/ Indian furniture/ White distressed chest https://www.etsy.com/listing/986157510/wooden-side-chest-wooden-beautiful-hand?utm_source=crowdfire&utm_medium=api&utm_campaign=api #trunkbox #smashtimetv #notrunkgang #wrap #fourthorder #dcaudio #ehrradio #taramps #letembang #hamiltonbasshead #systemsonsmash #dclvl #bassaccord #rides #and #burgers #bassislife #tens #basshead #heavyhitter #accord #vfl…

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an old wooden bench sitting on top of a hard wood floor next to a wall

A 19th century Dowry Chest from the Dir or Swat Valley regions of the Hindu-Kush in Pakistan, the chest made of Himalayan Cedar and of jointed construction, with four finials to the rectangular top, the panelled front carved with geometric motifs of Persian influence, the right hand side sliding open to access the interior and raised on four tall spade feet. In good sturdy and original, condition overall with good patination. Minor historic worm to right back foot. 103cm high max…

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an old wooden trunk with metal latches on it

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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an old wooden chest with two drawers on one side and a drawer on the other

This charming antique teak chest has been made in a hut shape and is known locally as a sandouk. It dates to the 19th century and the style is from Gujarat in Northern India. Traditionally the bride’s family had to offer gifts known as dowry - to the bridegroom’s family if they were to find a good husband for their daughter. Dowry was normally Gold, jewelry, and Silk saris but sometimes brass cooking pots and other family treasures were exchanged. From India UK Delivery Charge - except…

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an old wooden chest with metal handles

This antique chest from Gujarat, India is adorned with remnants of a light blue paint finish that has faded over time. The beautiful blend of old paint and wood creates a stunning patina on this piece, which dates back to the late 19th century, circa 1900. Its shabby chic appearance makes it an ideal coffee table choice. Crafted from high-quality teak wood, these chests were custom made by the head of the family and used to store valuable items such as textiles, jewelry, dowry, and cash. It…

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an old wooden chest with two gold medallions on it

Wooden side chest/ Wooden beautiful hand made chest/ Wooden brass dowry chest/ Wooden coffee table/ Indian furniture/ blue distressed chest https://www.etsy.com/listing/1010616850/wooden-side-chest-wooden-beautiful-hand?utm_source=crowdfire&utm_medium=api&utm_campaign=api #woodentrunk #trunk #coffeetable #handmade #rustic #furniture #britishfurniture #deciration #house #newhouse #cool #wooden #storage #vinylstorage #vinylcabinet #lowtable #beautiful #british #woodendesk #woodwork…

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an old trunk is sitting on the floor in front of a lamp and vases

Boonshill Farm, East Sussex. Antique Indian wood and brass dowry chest with la... Image:0010037 - Stock photo from GAP Interiors, home & interior photography

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