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 chestnut wood, 19th century. XIX - British colonies Impressive solid camphor wood chest manufactured at the beginning of the 19th century. English colonial style produced in South India for the European market. It has bronze handles, lock and lock; Everything original from the time It is possible to appreciate the beauty of the wood with the grain of warm caramel nuances. Likewise, the grain is perfectly visible, integrated into the exquisite patina. Lid with hinges, white central plate on the outside. The spacious and well-presented interior offers the coveted aroma of camphor wood. This chest is extremely versatile and can be used as a side table, as a fabulous room storage unit or as an extra seat. Very unknown to the general public, wood from the camphor tree (Cinnamomum camphora) first arrived in European lands several centuries ago. Originally from China, it grows mainly south and southeast of the Yangtze River and in Taiwan. Its color is generally light. It is very durable, capable of resisting insects, moths or rot. Its consistency is strong and does not crack or deform. Its most popular characteristic is a particular, fresh, balsamic aroma, which also hardly diminishes over time. All these properties make it ideal for making logs, as it imparts its pleasant fragrance to the contents, simultaneously protecting it from pests and mold. These chests were traditionally used in China to store blankets, bedding, food and even documents. In addition to being used for chests, it is a highly appreciated wood for the manufacture of panels, drawers, boxes, furniture, ornamental surfaces and carvings. The first camphor chests arrived in the West by sea (for which they were ideal due to all the characteristics already mentioned), containing tea, silks or porcelain, but their beauty was such that those who received them could not resist displaying them in their closets. houses. salons. Style: English Colonial/Military Materials: Camphor wood, signs of use due to age and a loose foot.

Bedingungen:	Gut
Maße:	173 x 85 cm
Anzahl der Einheiten:	1

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Fertini Ltda founded in 2003. Its main activity is the luxury furniture industry for the international market. Given its vast experience and know-how in the international market, combined with taking advantage of its consolidated positioning in the foreign market, in 2024, it will cover its business area to create a privately owned international auction house.

Our team is oriented to view this business as a permanent process of opportunities to differentiate and innovate, thus contributing to the company's good performance. The objective is to be a company always guided by honesty, business transparency, rigor, quality and trust.

These Auctions are made up of the most varied lots such as Furniture, Silverware, Rarities, Paintings, Jewelry, as well as interesting objects from different periods for internal and external decoration.

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