17th Century Anglo-Indian Colonial Rectangular Chest

Descriptio Rectangular chest with a flat lid, lavishly adorned with openwork iron fittings decorated with scrolls and stylized plant motifs. The front features a large, cut-out keyhole and movable ring-shaped side handles. The lid reveals a compartmentalized interior lined with fabric, containing several faceted, blown-glass bottles with stoppers. Exotic wood, openwork iron, and blown glass. Lock and key. Wear, deterioration, and missing pieces; bottles of various styles and sizes. 17th century. Lot in international warehouse (within the EU). Intra-EU shipping: no import duties apply within the EU. An export permit from the country of origin may be required.

Estimate:£1,679

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