Zanzibar Chest

Rare 18th Century East African “Zanzibar” Chest. Decorated with remarkable pierced brass and brass nail heads in geometric patterns on teak with a cinnabar red pigment.

This is a very good example of a 19th century Zanzibar storage chest. The chest was created in the mid-19th century.

A stunning rare 19th century Zanzibar or Bombay chest composed of six thick slabs of teak wood.

A stunning rare 19th century Zanzibar or Bombay chest composed of six thick slabs of teak wood.

A rare mid 19th century Zanzibar chest out fitted with bronze sheet and brass studs in a stunning design on the front, sides and top.

Stunning antique Zanzibar dowry chest, circa 1890. This useful chest can be used as a coffee table.

Large Decorative Brass Zanzibar Trunk with Drawers This chest is in fact a mule Chest as it has 2 drawers at the bottom decorated with brass studs and fretwork and the brass hasp ca...

Fashioned after an African zanzibar strongbox chest, or dowry trunk this labor intensive style has a unique Folk Art whimsical look.

This is a large antique Zanzibar chest. An East African, teak and brass storage trunk, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

A stunning rare 19th century Zanzibar or Bombay chest composed of six thick slabs of teak wood.

This pair of 19th century "Zanzibar" chests also know as "Dowry" chests are from the Palm Springs Estate of a well known Hollywood "Leading Man."

A stunning rare 19th century Zanzibar or Bombay chest composed of six thick slabs of teak wood.

A rare mid 19th century Zanzibar chest out fitted with bronze sheet and brass studs in a stunning design on the front, sides and top.

Presenting a stunning example of an early 20th century Zanzibar dowry chest from circa 1920. The chest is in the classic shape and design of what is commonly known as a ‘Zanzibar ...

This remarkable and small beautifully proportioned Zanzibar chest is a highly decorative piece made from a mixture of teak and other various woods.

Fabulous rosewood chest with 3 drawers and 2 hidden drawers behind them. Pictured. Chest is missing some items, (handles on sides and lid lock and catch). Looks like it may have been...

A good antique 'Zanzibar' teak and brass stud work with copper overlay dowry chest, circa 1850.

A good antique early 19th century Zanzibar or Omani teak and studwork dowry chest, circa 1820.

Zanzibar chest, with brass stud decoration, interior fitted with a lift out tray and multiple compartments, three of the compartments have lids, two exterior drawers; original brass ...

Engraved brass Zanzibar chest on base, with beautiful reticulated engraved brass decoration throughout, side brass carrying handles.

Teak with brass overlay cut work and studs, brass handles seem to be replaced, lift top with three drawers

Be the first to see our new arrivals directly through 1stdibs! Please click Follow Dealer below. The unique appearance of this African trunk with its hardwood case studded with b...

A fantastic 19th Century brass decorated teak wood Zanzibar chest.

Brass overlay Zanzibar blanket chest, elaborate brass stud work with engraved brass edging on the front and sides.

This superb zanzibar teak intricately carved chest features ornate brass mounts and three drawers to the base, with a key to the front and drawers.

A mid-19th century hardwood highly decorative Zanzibar traders chest decorated with brass stud and metalwork. 

Rare 19th century handcrafted Zanzibar chest with brass metal overlay and brass mounts.

Rare 19th century handcrafted Zanzibar chest with brass metal overlay and brass mounts.

This trunk has brass studwork applied in various decorative patterns. Some of the brass studs are missing. Each front has five applied decorative straps. The tip of one of the right ...

19th century Zanzibar trunk, circa 1850. Covered in decorative brass and metalwork over wood. Great storage with three drawers.

The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...

A very rare chest that was completely made of solid oak from the Netherlands middle ages. It is a joined chest with hand carved geometric gothic front panels. The ornaments used ar...

Safe box. Iron. XIX century. Rectangular safe made of iron, with a rectangular base, two handles on the sides and classicist-influenced molding decorations on the fronts and top. It...

Bloom Home Inc Rudin Sofa in Cafe Noir Stone Washed Linen A heavy 18 oz weighted linen, in a rich warm brown tone. Our linen is stone washed to give a soft hand and relaxed look. Th...

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original George Smith three seat sofa with the period Kilim upholstery and feather filled cushions A stunning sofa which is one of G...

Welsh sailor's sea chest with canted sides. Painted red chest has black canvas top embossed with brass studs forming anchors to the corners. Carved Becket handle supports bearing i...

Elegant pair of Gustavian-style breakfront commodes from Sweden, circa 1840–1860. Each is painted in a light blue tone with a charming patina. Below the top runs a finely carved à l...

This beautiful trunk or blanket chest was made in the mountain area of Austria in the early 19th century, circa 1820. It was completely made in solid pine by the use of traditional w...

The Rocco Drinks Table is an organic modern side table that merges sculptural artistry with functional design. Hand-forged in the U.S.A., its iron top features decorative markings, w...

Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...

Müller Bar Cabinet in Metal. Germany. Design 1998, current production. Available in every RAL-color. A highlight for your office or your home: The cleverly designed bar cabinet KB 3...

Mid-Century Modern style wall lights made in Italy from Murano glass, mouth blown and satin finished on the inside, while the outside is polished. The glass is embellished with numer...