Original Teak Trunk

We found this large vintage teak trunk in amongst a stack of teak trunks on the outskirts of Jodhpur, north India. We chose it because “it’s another really nice one,”says Russ. Chunky and well-made, it has character and nice signs of its age, with brass fittings hinges, clasp, and handles. It has a small cubby shelf with hinged lid inside, with secret compartment underneath. A beautiful trunk with real warmth.

These old or unusual items are from Rajasthan, India. Many items are part new, designed around original old doors to create practical cupboards and sideboards with a traditional Indian feel. Other pieces are true original Indian pieces once used in their homes such as damchiyas (originally used to store the brides dowry) or we