Siez Gallery has dated this Swat Valley Dowry Chest to the 19th Century.
This would have made it easier to carve and shape the overall structure.
However, even with the workable choice of wood,the intricate indentions that adorn the face of the chest would have required considerable skill and patience to create. This includes the interlocking floral patterns that run along the horizontal sides, and the larger leaf-like structures that embellish the front two legs. But perhaps the most striking detail of all is the softly rendered rosette carved into the sliding door, an ancient symbol of the natural cycle of life.
Despite being over 100 years old, the chest remains in good condition. Its sturdy cedar-joined construction allows it to continue serving a practical purpose, whilst its intricate design makes it an attractive feature.
Siez Gallery has dated this Swat Valley Dowry Chest to the 19th Century.
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Antique Swat Valley Dowry Chest
