Antique 19thC Zanzibar Omani Teak & Brass Stud & Copper Clad Dowry Chest 1850 Mid-Century Modern the left side with corresponding

the left side with corresponding carving

The sacophagus shaped cellarette having a band of carved eplipital decoration to the top and a gadrooned edge to the hinged lid

in the distance are two more figures walking by the water's edge

condition is good and the table has a warm mellow patinated finish and has just undergone a thorough polish with traditional beeswax in our workshops

the vase is intricately carved out with a layered cameo technique

Antique 19thC Zanzibar Omani Teak & Brass Stud & Copper Clad Dowry Chest 1850 Mid-Century Modern the left side with correspondingA very attractive antique 'Zanzibar' teak and brass stud work with copper overlay dowry chest, circa 1850. A fine quality antique Zanzibar dowry chest, the hinge lidded chest is profusely decorated with brass studwork and copper cladding in geometric designs. The chest has substantial brass carrying handles to the side, the lid with engraved strap hinges to the underside and a heavy brass locking hasp to the front. Inside is a clean and aroma free