{"product_id":"antique-indian-teak-painted-drawer-box","title":"Antique Indian Teak Painted Drawer Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderfully characterful antique Indian teak drawer box, retaining layers of beautifully weathered original green paint and a rich, timeworn patina acquired over decades of use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted from heavy solid teak, this substantial piece was originally made in India and displays all the charm of practical vernacular furniture. The single deep drawer is fitted with a decorative shell-shaped cup handle, while the worn painted surface reveals glimpses of the warm teak beneath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts robust construction and generous proportions suggest it may once have served in a workshop, merchant’s premises or domestic setting, where durability was essential. Today it makes an exceptional decorative storage piece, equally suited to a country house, rustic interior or curated collection of antique folk art and colonial furniture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe untouched surface, layers of original paint and honest signs of age create a piece full of warmth and authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA striking and highly usable example of antique Indian furniture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Indian drawer box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstructed from solid teak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal distressed green painted finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecorative shell cup handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle deep storage drawer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich aged patina throughout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy, robust construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWonderful folk art and rustic character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition consistent with age and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is extensive age-related wear throughout, including paint loss, surface marks, knocks, scratches and areas of historic wear that contribute significantly to its charm and authenticity. The drawer operates well and the piece remains solid and functional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength: 55cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 27cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 19cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyling Suggestions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry house interiors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColonial and Anglo-Indian collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRustic farmhouse décor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHallway or console styling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSewing and craft storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesk organisation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApothecary-inspired displays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFolk art and primitive furniture collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Found by Nicholas \u0026 Steele","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58152040038787,"sku":null,"price":130.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/7275\/4719\/files\/505E493C-467F-46FD-95EE-FB0291540D1D.jpg?v=1780074763","url":"https:\/\/nicholasandsteele.co.uk\/products\/antique-indian-teak-painted-drawer-box","provider":"Nicholas and Steele","version":"1.0","type":"link"}