Cream Painted Almirah Cabinet - 19th Century Sideboard it has been stained by

it has been stained by years of tikka powder applied during daily puja

This carved teak door is from Gujarat

This is due to the word for bat (fu 蝠) and good fortune (fu 福 sounding identical

As Buddhist temples were built in the place of Shintō shrines

84 x 38 x 41 (wxdxh cms)

Cream Painted Almirah Cabinet - 19th Century Sideboard it has been stained byThis solid teak 19th century Indian almirah cabinet has expertly carved sunburst panels that are an excellent example of the Indo Portuguese blend of styles. The core Portuguese occupation did not expand beyond Southern India, however, these cabinets can be found in Gujarat further north showing how trade and styles transcended regional borders. Inside there are three sturdy shelves as well as a drawer in the lower section. One door can be bolted