Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi - 19th Century Wine Tables Kadais are constructed by riveting

Kadais are constructed by riveting or hammer welding plates of iron together

OhThis octagonal rosewood prayer table from Rajasthan would have been used by Hindus and Muslims for daily puja and prayer

The paraths are carved from a single piece of timber and are usually made from teak or acacia wood - our old parath bowls have a wonderful patina which comes from frequent use over many years

lamps such as this formed an important part of daily devotional practice throughout rural India

This classic Mughal design is seen throughout Northern India

Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi - 19th Century Wine Tables Kadais are constructed by rivetingThis old painted Chinese trunk is often referred to as an Opera Chest. This style of Chinese chest is found exclusively in Shanxi Province in Northern China and dates from the late 19th century. Opera chests, including this one, are constructed from paulownia wood (tong mu ) Paulownia trees were often planted at the birth of a daughter and were considered symbols of prosperity, fertility & marital bliss. Upon reaching maturity the tree would be