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    • Brass & Rosewood 'Malabar' Chest From Kutch - 19th Century

    Brass & Rosewood 'Malabar' Chest From Kutch - 19th Century

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    Trade & Wholesale

    Our origins are in wholesale, so from movies to restaurants, retailers to architects, we have a long history of supplying our trade clients with unusual and unique oriental furniture & decorative art. 

    Whether purchasing for resale or buying on behalf of a client, we offer trade discount pricing to:


  • Retail Stores
  • Interior Designers
  • Film & Photo Studios
  • Architects
  • Event Producers

    • For all trade and wholesale enquiries please email us with your contact and business name, company registration number & VAT number (if applicable) to enquiries@indigo-uk.com or call 01672 564722


    For full details, visit our Trade & Wholesale Page

    Prop Hire

    Looking for that one off iconic piece for an event or requiring props for a filming or a photography shoot? You will have seen our oriental antique furniture & decorative art in the James Bond films, The Golden Compass and many others.


    For all prop hire enquiries please send emails to enquiries@indigo-uk.com or call 01672 564722


    For full details, visit our Trade & Wholesale Page

    Brass & Rosewood 'Malabar' Chest From Kutch - 19th Century

    SKU:A02470

    £1,350

    This beautifully carved Indian chest is known as a Malabar chest and dates to the middle of the 19th century. It is made from solid rosewood and bound with brass. These chests were used as dhow trade chests for transporting spices like pepper and cloves, Indian cotton, and gemstones. The main trade hubs were Diu, Surat, Basra, Zanzibar & Bombay.

    Although a Malabar chest in name, this style of chest was likely made in Kutch in Gujarat. The carving is heavily influenced by the Portuguese style.

    This is particularly bijou for a Malabar chest and would be a good coffee table. The interior has a fixed candle box and a sturdy chain that prevents the lid from falling completely open. Handles on each end make moving the chest easy 

     

    References:
    Further information on Malabar chests can be found in The Arab Chest by Sheila Unwin, page 85 - 87. 

     

    From India

    UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £40
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    Dimensions: W105 x D50 x H49 cm

    Dimensions: W105 x D50 x H49 cm

    £1,350
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    • Guaranteed authenticity on all antique pieces (where dated)

    • Every item is in stock in the UK

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    This beautifully carved Indian chest is known as a Malabar chest and dates to the middle of the 19th century. It is made from solid rosewood and bound with brass. These chests were used as dhow trade chests for transporting spices like pepper and cloves, Indian cotton, and gemstones. The main trade hubs were Diu, Surat, Basra, Zanzibar & Bombay.

    Although a Malabar chest in name, this style of chest was likely made in Kutch in Gujarat. The carving is heavily influenced by the Portuguese style.

    This is particularly bijou for a Malabar chest and would be a good coffee table. The interior has a fixed candle box and a sturdy chain that prevents the lid from falling completely open. Handles on each end make moving the chest easy 

     

    References:
    Further information on Malabar chests can be found in The Arab Chest by Sheila Unwin, page 85 - 87. 

     

    From India

    UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £40
    More delivery options available at checkout

    Shipping & Warranty

    • Guaranteed authenticity on all antique pieces (where dated)

    • Every item is in stock in the UK

    • We'll contact you to arrange a suitable delivery date

    • Hassle free returns

    • Free Click & Collect available on all pieces

    *Free delivery cannot be combined with other offers

    Trade & Wholesale

    Our origins are in wholesale, so from movies to restaurants, retailers to architects, we have a long history of supplying our trade clients with unusual and unique oriental furniture & decorative art. 

    Whether purchasing for resale or buying on behalf of a client, we offer trade discount pricing to:


  • Retail Stores
  • Interior Designers
  • Film & Photo Studios
  • Architects
  • Event Producers

    • For all trade and wholesale enquiries please email us with your contact and business name, company registration number & VAT number (if applicable) to enquiries@indigo-uk.com or call 01672 564722


    For full details, visit our Trade & Wholesale Page

    Prop Hire

    Looking for that one off iconic piece for an event or requiring props for a filming or a photography shoot? You will have seen our oriental antique furniture & decorative art in the James Bond films, The Golden Compass and many others.


    For all prop hire enquiries please send emails to enquiries@indigo-uk.com or call 01672 564722


    For full details, visit our Trade & Wholesale Page

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    RETURNS

    • - Hassle Free Returns

    • - Return your order within 28 days for a full refund (excluding delivery charges)

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    • - Collections can be arranged on request

    • Product Specific delivery charges visible above "Add to Basket" button and in Checkout (scroll up)

    • Additional charges may apply for deliveries to highlands, islands, out of area deliveries and collections. 

    • International Delivery: Please contact us for quotes on individual pieces

    Shipping & Warranty

    • Guaranteed authenticity on all antique pieces (where dated)

    • Every item is in stock in the UK

    • We'll contact you to arrange a suitable delivery date

    • Hassle free returns

    • Free Click & Collect available on all pieces

    *Free delivery cannot be combined with other offers

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    • - If you are not happy with your order, send it back with our delivery drivers. 

    • - Items must be returned in a resalable condition

    • - Collections can be arranged on request

    • Product Specific delivery charges visible above "Add to Basket" button and in Checkout (scroll up)

    • Additional charges may apply for deliveries to highlands, islands, out of area deliveries and collections. 

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