Carved Teak Majus Dowry Chest From Gujarat - 19th Century
This old Indian majus dowry chest from Gujarat has been given a new lease of life with a light blue paint wash. The front of this impressive piece is chip carved in the traditional style. Traces of old paint are still visible in its carvings giving it a splash of colour. The central panel opens to reveal a large internal storage area. It has beautifully carved horse finials on the top corners - signifying wealth
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In India, the brideā¬ā¢s family had to offer gifts known as Dowry - to the bridegroomā¬ā¢s family if they were to find a good husband for their daughter. Dowry was normally gold jewellery and silk saris but sometimes brass cooking pots and other family treasures were exchanged.
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It dates to the 19th century and has beautifully carved spiral panels which are a later addition to the piece.Ā
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References:
A similar example can be seen in "Folk Art & Culture of Gujarat: A Guide to the Collection of the Shreyas Folk Museum of Gujarat" by Jyotindra Jain - figure 59
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Carved Teak Majus Dowry Chest From Gujarat - 19th Century
This old Indian majus dowry chest from Gujarat has been given a new lease of life with a light blue paint wash. The front of this impressive piece is chip carved in the traditional style. Traces of old paint are still visible in its carvings giving it a splash of colour. The central panel opens to reveal a large internal storage area. It has beautifully carved horse finials on the top corners - signifying wealth
Ā
In India, the brideā¬ā¢s family had to offer gifts known as Dowry - to the bridegroomā¬ā¢s family if they were to find a good husband for their daughter. Dowry was normally gold jewellery and silk saris but sometimes brass cooking pots and other family treasures were exchanged.
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It dates to the 19th century and has beautifully carved spiral panels which are a later addition to the piece.Ā
Ā
References:
A similar example can be seen in "Folk Art & Culture of Gujarat: A Guide to the Collection of the Shreyas Folk Museum of Gujarat" by Jyotindra Jain - figure 59
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From India
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£80
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This old Indian majus dowry chest from Gujarat has been given a new lease of life with a light blue paint wash. The front of this impressive piece is chip carved in the traditional style. Traces of old paint are still visible in its carvings giving it a splash of colour. The central panel opens to reveal a large internal storage area. It has beautifully carved horse finials on the top corners - signifying wealth
Ā
In India, the brideā¬ā¢s family had to offer gifts known as Dowry - to the bridegroomā¬ā¢s family if they were to find a good husband for their daughter. Dowry was normally gold jewellery and silk saris but sometimes brass cooking pots and other family treasures were exchanged.
Ā
It dates to the 19th century and has beautifully carved spiral panels which are a later addition to the piece.Ā
Ā
References:
A similar example can be seen in "Folk Art & Culture of Gujarat: A Guide to the Collection of the Shreyas Folk Museum of Gujarat" by Jyotindra Jain - figure 59
Ā
From India
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£80
More delivery options available at checkout
