Carved Teak Elephant Lintel Panel From Gujarat - 19th Century Amulets This refined 19th century sideboard

This refined 19th century sideboard originates from the port city of Tianjin in Northern China and is crafted from richly grained camphor wood (樟木

family treasures or cash from the prying eyes of extended family members

This stone guardian lion is likely from a gateway and would originally have been one of a pair standing on either side of an entrance to a home warding off unwanted visitors

an item of immense value

This porcelain Temple Jar is decorated with a four trees design

Carved Teak Elephant Lintel Panel From Gujarat - 19th Century Amulets This refined 19th century sideboardThis 19th century carved lintel showcases intricate depictions of elephants and riders, or mahouts, in India. The central carving features a symmetrical design with foliage accents throughout. The style of carving indicates it to be Gujarati in origin. It would have adorned an old haveli, a home of a merchant. Its impressive age is evident in the patina and layers of old paint which is still evident in traces. However, age has not dulled the beauty of