Dutch Colonial Teakwood and Rosewood Chest
Mid-Late 19th centuryA Dutch colonial storage chest in teakwood with a rosewood frame all around. The hinged overlapping top and the sides are all made of one piece of wood. The front panel features a small brass escutcheon, the sides have cast bail lift handles. The inside reveals beautiful brass strap hinges and a large storage space on the left side a lidded document compartment. The chest rests on four rosewood turned legs ending in peg feet.
People owned a number of chests. The many moves from post to post undertaken by the trading companies officials in the course of their careers made the chest an indispensable item of furniture in every household. They were mainly used for storage, but due to their striking appearance also served as a display of wealth by the owner.
The chest is in good condition and has been lovingly restored and finished to its former glory using a traditional form of French polishing and waxing. The Indian rosewood that this piece has been made of has a naturally occurring dark shade with a striking grain.
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South India
Dutch colonial India
H: 69 cm W: 106 cm D: 62 cm
H: 27” W: 41 ¾” D: 24 ½”
