Painted Iron Bound Door From Gujarat - 18th Century Origin - Japan What's lovely about this piece

What's lovely about this piece is its relative originality as the painting and carving is all original

This interior style places it from Southern India  - 19thC

Green: 24 x 3 x 38 (wxdxh cms)

The style of this 19th century cabinet imitates the classic design of earlier Ming dynastic cabinets

181 x 5 x 103 (w x d x h cms)

Painted Iron Bound Door From Gujarat - 18th Century Origin - Japan What's lovely about this pieceThis magnificent antique Indian door originates from the village of Kheba in Gujarat and stands as a testament to the enduring artistry of traditional Indian woodcraft. Carved from robust teak wood and dating to the 18th century, this striking architectural element features deeply recessed panels painted in layers of red and green, softened by age and patina. The door is crowned with an elaborately carved floral frieze, framed by substantial corbels,