Antique 19thC Zanzibar Omani Teak & Brass Stud & Copper Clad Dowry Chest 1850 Sold The cabinet with an ornately

The cabinet with an ornately & pierced removable crown

Berne: Editions Kornfeld et Klipstein

the lid with a cloud decoration background & decorated with Taotie mask motifs

signed lower right

: René Lalique

Antique 19thC Zanzibar Omani Teak & Brass Stud & Copper Clad Dowry Chest 1850 Sold The cabinet with an ornatelyA very attractive antique 'Zanzibar' teak and brass stud work with copper overlay dowry chest, circa 1850. A fine quality antique Zanzibar dowry chest, the hinge lidded chest is profusely decorated with brass studwork and copper cladding in geometric designs. The chest has substantial brass carrying handles to the side, the lid with engraved strap hinges to the underside and a heavy brass locking hasp to the front. Inside is a clean and aroma free