Carved Rosewood Window Mirror From Hyderabad - 18thC Chest 141 x 50 x 203

141 x 50 x 203 (wxdxh cms)

offering both historical significance and exceptional craftsmanship

A 90 - 120 year old bronze puja bell that would have been used while performing puja (Hindu prayers) all over India in both homes and in temples

90 x 33x 47 (wxdxh cms)

this bench would have belonged to a wealthy family

Carved Rosewood Window Mirror From Hyderabad - 18thC Chest 141 x 50 x 203This excellent Indian mirror is made from an antique window from the South Indian city of Hyderabad. Dating from the 18th century, the carving is excellent and depicts a classic Mughal influenced mihrab arch with stylised parrots. This style of window is often called a jharokha in India and is especially found in the North West of India. It is made from rosewood that has bleached over time. This bleaching is only seen on rosewood pieces with