Yellow Painted Teak Chest From Gujarat - 1920 Cushions Gilt Bronze Buddha seated on

Gilt Bronze Buddha seated on a stepped lotus throne - 19thC

Beautifully painted Islamic Calligraphy (probably a poem) with some damage

These gathered cotton lampshades are crafted from soft cotton voile fabric

each partially rubbed through to reveal layers beneath

11 x 5 x 9 cm (wxdxh)

Yellow Painted Teak Chest From Gujarat - 1920 Cushions Gilt Bronze Buddha seated onThis colourful Indian chest has been decorated with a geometric design and repeating patterns in the style of Pennsylvania German chests. The paintwork is modern but the chest underneath is an antique dating to the 1920's. The interior consists of a large storage space. Chests and boxes from India are found in an extraordinary variety of styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced India. They were used for storing valuables such as textiles,