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areca nut and aromatic spices offered as a gesture of hospitality across South Asia — boxes such as this occupied an important place within domestic and courtly life
The finials show a clear influence of Jainism and as such
Size 150 x 40 x 29 (w x d x h cms) (height including feet 48
layered or loosely styled throughout the seasons
the tusks of a boar
Vermillion Painted Mica Indian Peacock Doors - 18thC Blue & White Porcelain areca nut and aromatic spicesThis fabulous carved rosewood door is from Udaipur in Rajasthan. The carving shows a strong Mughal influence and the mihrab is carved in the shape of a resplendent peacock tail. This original door dates from the 18th century. The background still has its original vermillion & cinnabar paint and the panels are inset with mica which would have sparkled in candlelight. This piece would be stunning hung on a wall or as a freestanding piece of art although
