Blue Painted Dog Gate From Gujarat - 19th Century Period - Early 19th Century 22 x 22 x 35(w

22 x 22 x 35(w x d x h cms)

The fish is a longstanding symbol of wealth in China as the Chinese symbol for fish 'yu' can also be translated to 'abundance'

These boxes were multifunctional and used both as tiffin boxes and betel boxes (kun it)

They've been expertly turned which gives them their characteristic groves

and lustrous glaze all echo the timeless sophistication of Ming and early Qing porcelain

Blue Painted Dog Gate From Gujarat - 19th Century Period - Early 19th Century 22 x 22 x 35(wDog gates were used in front of the main entrance door of Gujarati Havelis to keep animals out. This one is made from teak wood and has beautifully aged blue paint. They make very interesting & decorative garden gates & are suitable for outdoor use. They are also often used as unique pieces of wall art.