Old 43 Way Stone Lamp Niche From Jaisalmer- 19thC Opera Chests Its architectural presence makes it

Its architectural presence makes it suitable for both contemporary and cottage-style interiors

Thangka - Tibetan Buddhist Painting on Cloth with a silk border-  this beautiful and rare piece has the original painting and the original silk border and cover   -19thC

Upon reaching maturity the tree would be crafted into furniture and given as part of a bride's dowry symbolising hope for a prosperous & enduring marriage

The stand was made at a later date

set against a carefully drawn astrological grid filled with Devanagari characters and numerical notations

Old 43 Way Stone Lamp Niche From Jaisalmer- 19thC Opera Chests Its architectural presence makes itOf Jaisalmer (The Golden City), in the hot and arid state of Rajasthan, this beautiful 43 way niche would have been utilitarian, perhaps even essential for life when originally carved. Summer temperatures in Rajasthan can soar to over 50c. Airflow into, through and out of houses there is essential. This piece crucially features trelliswork or fretwork; areas where the stone is pierced all the way through. These holes not only served as places for