Painted Chintz Door Panel From Bikaner - Late 19th Century Nandi Bulls is the sacred mount and

is the sacred mount and devoted companion of Lord Shiva

Materials: Hand-carved wood

The coal was mixed with lacquer to produce this black lacquer

The style is classic of Jiangsu province

These stands are most often constructed from hongmu (rosewood)

Painted Chintz Door Panel From Bikaner - Late 19th Century Nandi Bulls is the sacred mount andThis beautifully painted Chintz door panel from Bikaner is a museum worthy example of Rajasthani painting. Bikaner artists were well renowned as some of the best artists in Northern India. Bikaner miniature painting is world renowned. This door dates to the end of the 19th century (1880 1900) and is inspired by the chintz painting of Junagarh Fort, Bikaner's most famous palace. Specifically the Phool Mahal (flower palace) in Junagarh Fort which was