Mid C19th Indian Hoshiarpur Ebony and Bone-inlaid Chest or Trunk .

Mid C19th Indian Hoshiarpur ebony and bone-inlaid chest or trunk .

Intricate geometric and floriate design inlaid 'shisham' oblong trunk with iron carrying handles to the ends , having heart-shaped back-plates possibly signifying it's origin as a marriage chest or love token . Ebony and bone chequer banding , the top and sides with ovoid reserve panels . The hinged lift-up lid and front fitted with a later iron hasp for securing a padlock . The interior with simple divisions to one end . The rear of the chest with a carved 'stay' to support the opened lid .

Inlaid with bone to all sides and lid , in good original condition with no losses or damage . Has some historic marks and stains commensurate with age, use and purpose. Good original dry surface and pale patina.

Interesting Indian chest with an decorative and opulent atmospheric appeal .

H 13"

W 24"

D 15"

India c. 1860

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