Pyramid chest, South India, Kerala, 20th century Box with rectangular base and pyramidal lid, enclosing a side compartment and opening with a front lock. Made of wood painted in polychrome with friezes of geometric motifs and foliage. Fitted with openwork metal fittings with vegetal cut-outs, riveted with conical-headed nails. Small handle at the top of the lid. 22 x 33 x 25.3 cm Minor wear and repairs, key missing.