The mirror’s elongated form features a beautifully cast gilded gesso frame with intricate rococo-style flourishes
is a refined example of French Provincial craftsmanship
The field is composed of vertical rows of elongated guls—each one a soft-edged medallion filled with intricate tribal forms—arranged symmetrically across a soft madder red ground
makes this cabinet a standout piece with both functional and decorative value
refined lines that allow the natural beauty of the wood to shine
Antique Kashmiri Kani Wool Shawl | Striped Boteh Design | India c. Late 19th Century Flame mahogany The mirror’s elongated form featuresThis antique Kashmiri wool shawl features a striking vertical stripe layout filled with colorful boteh (paisley) motifs, woven in soft reds, greens, blues, and ivory. The striped field is both lively and refined, showcasing a traditional design favored in Kashmir during the late 19th century, often created for export to European markets. The boteh motifs, rendered with gentle asymmetry, echo the regions rich textile vocabulary and are woven with