Indian Almirah Cabinet From Gujarat - 19th Century Style - Meiping Vase surface marks and patina consistent

surface marks and patina consistent with over 200 years of use

Handmade from terracotta and fired to produce a rich charcoal-grey surface

Vali & Sugriva were brothers and when Sugriva mistakenly believed his brother to be dead

the locals of Shirvan created vivid and exciting rugs using the limited palette of colours they had available

The finely finished edges and subtle woven texture showcase the quality of the craftsmanship while allowing the natural softness of the cashmere to take centre stage

Indian Almirah Cabinet From Gujarat - 19th Century Style - Meiping Vase surface marks and patina consistentThis antique 19th century Indian almirah cabinet with glazed panel doors and sunburst motifs is an excellent example of the Indo Portuguese blend of styles and is constructed from solid teak wood. Incredibly stylish and timeless, the sunburst panels are typical of the Portuguese style and have been expertly carved. The core Portuguese occupation did not expand beyond Southern India, however, these cabinets can be found in Gujarat further north showing