Almirah Cabinet From Gujarat - 19th Century Brass Bound Chests Condition: Excellent antique condition with

Condition: Excellent antique condition with aged lacquer and natural wear

This style of table is also known as a tea table and often came in pairs

Comparable examples are illustrated in Flames of Devotion: Oil Lamps From South & South East Asia & The Himalayas by Sean Anderson

As well as local fauna & Flora it has the family planning motif of keluarga-berencana (KB)

this panel offers a remarkable glimpse into regional craftsmanship and devotional art

Almirah Cabinet From Gujarat - 19th Century Brass Bound Chests Condition: Excellent antique condition withThis exceptional sunburst carved almirah cabinet dates to the 19th century and hails from Gujarat in western India. Crafted from richly aged solid teak, it features four deeply carved panels, each radiating the Portuguese influenced sunburst motif, and a rare row of colourful Peranakan ceramic tiles along the top frieze. Unlike many traditional Indian cabinets which were built into walls, this piece is freestanding a less common and more desirable