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Place of Origin: African
19th Century Zanzibar Wood & Brass Studded Coffee Cocktail Table Trunk Chest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely rare Zanzibar trunk, 19th century. Brass studded decorations all-over with brass clad panels. Three bottom drawers and top opens for storage as w...
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1920s Islamic Vintage African Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

19th Century Zanzibar Wood & Brass Studded Coffee Cocktail Table Trunk Chest
19th Century Zanzibar Wood & Brass Studded Coffee Cocktail Table Trunk Chest

19th Century Zanzibar Wood & Brass Studded Coffee Cocktail Table Trunk Chest

Antique Zanzibar Chest in Teak Wood with Brass Overlay and Studs
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
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.
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Early 20th Century Tribal African Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Antique Zanzibar Chest in Teak Wood with Brass Overlay and Studs
Antique Zanzibar Chest in Teak Wood with Brass Overlay and Studs

Antique Zanzibar Chest in Teak Wood with Brass Overlay and Studs

Zanzibar 19th Century Dowry Chest
Located in Nantwich, GB
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. Dowry chests have a w...
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Mid-19th Century Other Antique African Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Zanzibar 19th Century Dowry Chest
Zanzibar 19th Century Dowry Chest

Zanzibar 19th Century Dowry Chest

Antique 18th Century Zanzibar Trunk With Studded Copper Decoration
Located in Peabody, MA
A rare 18th century North African Zanzibar trunk, fashioned of cedar with studded decoration and clad with pierced copper panels. Used in Kenya and Zanzibar to store valuables and sp...
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18th Century Folk Art Antique African Blanket Chests

Materials

Copper

Antique 18th Century Zanzibar Trunk With Studded Copper Decoration
Antique 18th Century Zanzibar Trunk With Studded Copper Decoration

Antique 18th Century Zanzibar Trunk With Studded Copper Decoration

Zanzibar 19th Century Dowry Chest
Located in Nantwich, GB
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. Dowry chests have a well documented history...
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Mid-19th Century Antique African Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Zanzibar 19th Century Dowry Chest
Zanzibar 19th Century Dowry Chest

Zanzibar 19th Century Dowry Chest

19th Century Antique Moroccan Hand Painted Wood Berber Chest
Located in New York, NY
This 19th century Moroccan Berber chest is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Made from pine wood, it features beautifully painted sides and top, showcasing intricate patterns and vibra...
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19th Century Folk Art Antique African Blanket Chests

Materials

Pine

19th Century Antique Moroccan Hand Painted Wood Berber Chest
19th Century Antique Moroccan Hand Painted Wood Berber Chest

19th Century Antique Moroccan Hand Painted Wood Berber Chest

Rustic Wooden Moroccan Chest
Located in Pasadena, TX
A rustic chest made in Morocco with a removable lid and metal hardware.
Category

20th Century African Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Rustic Wooden Moroccan Chest
Rustic Wooden Moroccan Chest

Rustic Wooden Moroccan Chest

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Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
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