Carved Sun Bleached Window Shutters From Punjab - 18th Century Finish - Burgundy Lacquer on curved cabriole legs

on curved cabriole legs

21 x 17 x 26 (wxdxh cms)

while matching lion-mask handles complete the elegant form

almost talismanic quality

but it shows the traditional art of beautiful jewelry making is still very much alive in India

Carved Sun Bleached Window Shutters From Punjab - 18th Century Finish - Burgundy Lacquer on curved cabriole legsThese exquisite Indian shutters came from an old sunbleached window frame from Punjab in Northern India. In order for rosewood to bleach like this, it takes considerable time, making this window 18th century or earlier. It has been ornately carved in the traditional Mughal style and has aged beautifully. They are bound with iron and a stylised lotus star design can be seen across the shutters. Supplied with sturdy hangers on the back. Although this