Rosewood Dog Gates From Gujarat - 19th Century Origin - Kizilayak Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi

Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi  Province - made from paulownia wood - circa 1900

Dimensions: W107 x D33 x H142 cm

This colourful Indian lacquer box is a good collectors piece

Known in Rajasthan as a Gangaur Figure

and yak butter used in lamps

Rosewood Dog Gates From Gujarat - 19th Century Origin - Kizilayak Painted Opera Chest From ShanxiThese 19th century Indian dog gates from Gujarat would have been used in front of the main entrance door of Gujarati Havelis to keep animals out. This one is made from rosewood and iron. Rosewood is far less commonly used for dog gates suggesting these came from a wealthy merchant home. They make very interesting & decorative garden gates & are suitable for outdoor use as well as unique pieces of wall art. This particular piece has studs as well as a