Antique decorative small Zanzibar brass and copper mounted chest or strongbox

A Fine Pair of Black Forest Carved Walnut Bookends, Circa 1900 This decorative and rare pair of black forest walnut bookends are carved in solid walnut each from one piece of rich dense timber in the form of two 18th century rural musicians. They are both similarly dressed in working clothes from the black forest region of this time with a jacket, waistcoat plus fours, wooden clogs and a wide brimmed hat. One is playing a simple bagpipe instrument and the other is a wooden horn...

English 19th century carved walnut and brass mounted candlesticks This fine 19th century pair of highly decorative turned and finely carved English walnut Victorian candlesticks s...

This beautifully engineered and constructed library accessory is in good working condition. It is a rare piece and would have originated from a lar...

A 19th C Indian Raj Period Plaque This finely crafted raised and chased Indian Raj period copper and brass plaque has an intricately worked central panel depicting Nataraga, the g...

This very fine quality late 19th century Raj period charger is made from heavy gauge brass which is extensively hand decorated with exceptionally fin...

This most unusual and highly decorative English copper cider or ale jug holds a full gallon and is stamped with this measure on the front. The jug also has a lead maker's seal on its...

Rare early 20th century handcrafted Zanzibar blanket chest with brass metal overlay and brass studs throughout. The antique trunk is comprised of solid carved teak wood and features ornate brass interior hinges. The interior is also fitted with a candle box on the upper left corner. The chest is adorned with ornate brass metal corner plates and brass studs throughout, creating a series of geometric symbols and Moorish inspired patterns. The patterns on the top of the trunk are said to symbolize the Fountain of Youth. The chest features a hand-carved ebonized wood base and brass carrying handles. Exquisitely detailed with magnificent craftsmanship. Originally used for travels and often for the exports of good. Makes a great coffee table or accent piece or entryway chest.

A verry rare and quite large Gothic chest in untouched condition. Strongbox like these where made for the safekeeping of money, important documents and pr...

Very rare and highly decorative antique box with working lock and key. This is another one of those rare antiques that makes you realize that no matter how long you have been in thi...

A baroque period iron armada strongbox, or traveling safe, in its original condition, showcasing a beautiful natural patina. This coffer is richly decorated with small polychrome la...

Beautiful handmade oak silver chest. It was made to hold valuables such as silver coins, jewels or maps. This was the precursor to the modern day safe. It is...

We are delighted to offer this exquisite original circa 1880 Indian Damchiya Dowry chest with hand hammered brass detailing and solid teak frame Thi...