Brass Bound Teak Indian 'Pithara' Chest From Saurashtra - 18th Century Wine Jar resulting in a form that

resulting in a form that is both robust and visually striking

' 'front desks

Materials: Teak wood with mirror glass

48 x 36 x 84 (wxdxh cms)

Diu became a Portuguese colony in 1535 and it is likely this cabinet originated in this area

Brass Bound Teak Indian 'Pithara' Chest From Saurashtra - 18th Century Wine Jar resulting in a form thatThis style of pithara is from a Kathi home in Saurashtra and was known in the local Gujarati dialect as a pataro. The Kathi were a ruling caste in Saurashtra and these chests would have contained a grand dowry. It is perfect for the storage of bedding for occasional guests. Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary variety of styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced India and were used for storing valuables such as textiles,