Painted Indian Door From Kutch - 19th Century Style - Brush Pot exposure to the hot Rajasthani

exposure to the hot Rajasthani climate has naturally distressed the old blue pigment

Bhil Tribal Elephant Carving From South Rajasthan - 19thC

80 x 28 (wxh cms)

Chinese versions often had the reigning emperor inscribed in characters along the top while Tibetan ones did not

They are the embodiment of supernatural powers and knowledge of magical formulae

Painted Indian Door From Kutch - 19th Century Style - Brush Pot exposure to the hot RajasthaniThese impressive 19th century haveli doors originate from the Rann of Kutch region in Gujarat, India, an area renowned for its distinctive architectural traditions and masterful wood craftsmanship. Constructed from solid teak, the doors feature a striking grid of hand carved square panels, each centred with a prominent raised boss, creating a bold geometric design that would have made a powerful statement at the entrance of a traditional home. Layers