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Burmese Specimen Chest
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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Burmese Specimen Chest

19th century
Description

An exceptional Burmese specimen chest, crafted from teak and richly adorned with intricate carvings, presented in excellent antique condition. The top is carvings are dominated by swirling vines and leaves, meticulously arranged to create a visually striking pattern. This lifts to reveal a compartmentalized storage section. The cupboard doors, embellished with religious figures within arched frames, open to reveal six short graduating drawers and two long drawers—perfect for storing trinkets or jewellery. The sides and base continue the theme of exquisite carvings, with additional depictions of deities at the centre of the panels, adding to the overall grandeur of the piece. As with all antiques, this piece bears some imperfections, yet its rich colouring and patina enhance its overall charm and appeal.

Physical Dimensions
Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
35cm (13.78")
Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Carved Burmese Teak Chest to the 19th Century.

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SA1148984
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI3794
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Description
An exceptional Burmese specimen chest, crafted from teak and richly adorned with intricate carvings, presented in excellent antique condition.
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The top is carvings are dominated by swirling vines and leaves, meticulously arranged to create a visually striking pattern.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

This lifts to reveal a compartmentalized storage section. The cupboard doors, embellished with religious figures within arched frames, open to reveal six short graduating drawers and two long drawers—perfect for storing trinkets or jewellery. The sides and base continue the theme of exquisite carvings, with additional depictions of deities at the centre of the panels, adding to the overall grandeur of the piece. As with all antiques, this piece bears some imperfections, yet its rich colouring and patina enhance its overall charm and appeal.

Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
35cm (13.78")
Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Carved Burmese Teak Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1148984
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI3794
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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A dark hand-carved teak specimen chest with double doors featuring high-relief Burmese figures within arched borders and floral detail.
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Archive I A dark hand-carved teak specimen chest with double doors featuring high-relief Burmese figures within arched borders and floral detail.

Burmese Specimen Chest

Archive II A dark hand-carved teak specimen chest with double doors featuring high-relief Burmese figures within arched borders and floral detail. View II
Archive III A dark hand-carved teak specimen chest with double doors featuring high-relief Burmese figures within arched borders and floral detail. View III
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Archive XIII A dark hand-carved teak specimen chest with double doors featuring high-relief Burmese figures within arched borders and floral detail. View XIII
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Telephone 07977 119 787
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Thornton
Fife
KY1 4AQ
United Kingdom
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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A dark hand-carved teak specimen chest with double doors featuring high-relief Burmese figures within arched borders and floral detail.
Burmese Specimen Chest
Ref: SA1148984
A dark hand-carved teak specimen chest with double doors featuring high-relief Burmese figures within arched borders and floral detail.
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FAQs

A Burmese specimen chest is a compact storage cabinet, traditionally crafted from local hardwoods such as teak during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, designed to store collections, coins, or small valuables behind decorative doors.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid teak wood using traditional hand joinery methods, featuring deeply carved relief panels depicting mythological figures, local flora, and architectural arches.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-carved high relief work, traditional joinery techniques, native Burmese mythological motifs, and natural patination from age rather than uniform modern chemical stains.

A carved Burmese chest functions effectively as an accent piece atop a console table or side desk, introducing rich visual texture when paired with neutral modern decor or classic dark wood interiors.

Dust regularly using a soft bristle brush to clean within the intricate carving, position away from direct heat sources to prevent wood splitting, and treat periodically with beeswax to maintain timber hydration.
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