Painted Indian Door From Kutch - 19th Century Material - Marble bringing a sense of history

bringing a sense of history and understated character into both contemporary and traditional interiors

This excellent antique Chinese pith painting is painted on pith paper and dates from the 19th century

A larger example from Channapatna

A similar example can be found in the British Museum collection (acc 1843

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Painted Indian Door From Kutch - 19th Century Material - Marble bringing a sense of historyThese impressive 19th century haveli doors originate from the Rann of Kutch region in Gujarat, India, an area renowned for its distinctive architectural traditions and masterful wood craftsmanship. Constructed from solid teak, the doors feature a striking grid of hand carved square panels, each centred with a prominent raised boss, creating a bold geometric design that would have made a powerful statement at the entrance of a traditional home. Layers