19th Century vintage Dowry Chest Summer Authentic Craftsmanship: Hand-carved by skilled

Authentic Craftsmanship: Hand-carved by skilled artisans using sustainable wood

intricate design

dying the embroidery fibers

After it has been harvested

19th Century vintage Dowry Chest Summer Authentic Craftsmanship: Hand-carved by skilledThis Dowry Chest is a one off piece in our collections. Its a 19th Century piece of beautiful furniture. The chest is adorned with metal straps along the height of the doors and small circular mirrors with each one framed with decorative metal. They were originally used to store valuables like textiles, cash and jewellery which could be used as dowry for weddings. The piece has some blemishes as expected of its age with several small cracked mirrors.