Wooden chest

Description

A chest is a type of case furniture with a hinged lid, traditionally used as a container for storing clothing, household items, and valuables. In Kazakh culture, the chest had not only a practical function but also symbolic meaning and was often included in a bride’s dowry. This particular chest is decorated with a national ornamental design applied using techniques such as wood carving, painting, and polishing. Its artistic decoration reflects the aesthetic tastes and cultural characteristics of its time.
Material: wood
Manufacturing technique: wood carving, painting, varnishing
Function: storage of clothing and household items