Hardwood Camphorwood brass metal studded Zanzibar spice chest with 3 drawers vintage olive oil pot Late 19th century

Late 19th century

The frame measures 16cm H x 12cm W

Each of the jars measures 23cm H x 10cm W across the base

A stunning set of scratch built wooden drawers

Hardwood Camphorwood brass metal studded Zanzibar spice chest with 3 drawers vintage olive oil pot Late 19th centuryA beautiful and highly decorative hardwood Camphorwood, brass metal studded Zanzibar spice chest with 3 drawers to the front. These chests were made to transport spices on ships and always have a secret hidden drawer inside which this one does. They are more often used as dowry chests today and are always hand made in Zanzibar. Measurements are 39cm L x 28cm W x 22cm H.