Rosewood Dog Gates From Gujarat - 19th Century Origin - Kizilayak Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi

Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi  Province - made from paulownia wood - circa 1900

the frame has been sensitively adapted and fitted with modern mirror glass while preserving its historic character

This is a scribes inkwell from Uttar Pradesh - it would hang on cord beside the scribes desk

Known in Rajasthan as a Gangaur Figure

These pots are very useful and can hold

Rosewood Dog Gates From Gujarat - 19th Century Origin - Kizilayak Painted Opera Chest From ShanxiThese 19th century Indian dog gates from Gujarat would have been used in front of the main entrance door of Gujarati Havelis to keep animals out. This one is made from rosewood and iron. Rosewood is far less commonly used for dog gates suggesting these came from a wealthy merchant home. They make very interesting & decorative garden gates & are suitable for outdoor use as well as unique pieces of wall art. This particular piece has studs as well as a