Indian Door & Frame From Himachal Pradesh - 19th Century Hat Dimensions: W90 x D40 x

Dimensions: W90 x D40 x H136 cm

between 1838 and 1850

The warmth of the timber and the depth of its surface patina reflect decades of use and careful maintenance while travelling between postings

This charming Indian brass grater in the form of a turtle is still perfectly functional today

Behind the door is a money box with 2 drawers inside

Indian Door & Frame From Himachal Pradesh - 19th Century Hat Dimensions: W90 x D40 xThis intricately carved architectural doorway from Himachal Pradesh, Northern India, dates to the 19th century and reflects strong Mughal artistic influence. Handcrafted from dense, aged teak, the twin doors are deeply set within a robust frame, their surfaces adorned with geometric squares and fine metalwork. A frieze of carved floral motifs runs the full border, and a rare figurative panel depicting three figures crowns the lintel. Traditional