What is an Indian dowry chest?

Crafted out of rosewood, teak or jackfruit wood, Indian dowry chests are used for storing jewelry, textiles and money as a wedding dowry from the bride's family to the groom’s family. Every chest holds sentimental value, and can be used in the home to store linens or used as a coffee table. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Indian dowry chests from some of the world’s top sellers.

Dowry Chest Pennsylvania

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Pennsylvania Blanket Box/ Dowry Chest

Located in Culver City, CA

This piece is a Classic example of a Pennsylvania blanket box or dowry chest with painted elements

Category

Antique 18th Century American Country Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Pennsylvania Blanket Box/ Dowry Chest

H 27 in W 52 in D 23 in

Chip-Carved German Pennsylvania Blanket Chest

Located in Austin, TX

German Pennsylvania also known as Pennsylvania Dutch dowry chest, blanket chest or coffer. Large

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Chip-Carved German Pennsylvania Blanket Chest

H 34.88 in W 62 in D 25.75 in

Carved Pennsylvania Dutch Dowry Box on Stand

Located in Troy, MI

Carved wood Pennsylvania Dutch dowry chest and matching stand. Chest has domed hinged lid and

Category

Vintage 1950s American Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

Carved Pennsylvania Dutch Dowry Box on Stand

H 28 in W 28 in D 18 in

Antique Early American Farmhouse Dovetailed Table Box

Located in Forney, TX

A charming early American farmhouse country painted pine miniature blanket chest / dowry / table

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Country Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pine, Paint

Antique Early American Farmhouse Dovetailed Table Box

H 9.5 in W 16 in D 9.5 in

Antique Pennsylvania German Folk Art Painted Pine Toy Blanket Chest Castle

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Pennsylvania German painted pine Folk Art dowry, toy or blanket chest / trunk, decorated

Category

Antique 19th Century Folk Art Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Pine, Paint

Antique Pennsylvania German Folk Art Painted Pine Toy Blanket Chest Castle

H 13.5 in W 25.5 in D 12 in

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What is an Indian dowry chest?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Crafted out of rosewood, teak or jackfruit wood, Indian dowry chests are used for storing jewelry, textiles and money as a wedding dowry from the bride's family to the groom’s family. Every chest holds sentimental value, and can be used in the home to store linens or used as a coffee table. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Indian dowry chests from some of the world’s top sellers.