Mini Bajot Prayer Table From Shekhawati - 19th Century Finish - Blue Lacquer The British East India Company

The British East India Company had stations across Northern India & Burma throughout much of the 19th century

comes from the Chinese capital of Peking (Beijing)

it would look great in a kitchen or bathroom

The circular form is complemented by a distinctive zig-zag carved border running around the edge

Harpa boxes were used by Indian shopkeepers as money boxes

Mini Bajot Prayer Table From Shekhawati - 19th Century Finish - Blue Lacquer The British East India CompanyThis antique Indian bajot low table is a lovely little example of the style dating to the 19th century. It is from Shekhawati in Rajasthan and would have been multifunctional. Shekhawati bajots like this one commonly have lacquered beading which makes them more attractive than many. There is also delicate carving on the sides. The turned legs are also lacquered. Bajots are found in many styles around India. This particular piece has an interior