Carved Teak Triple Arch From Kutch - Late 19thC Finish - Lacquered 13 x 13 x 28

13 x 13 x 28

220 x 100 x 75 (wxdxh cms)

This charming 19th-century stone lamp niche from Jaisalmer is hand carved from the region’s distinctive golden sandstone

It is hand painted by skilled artists using traditional techniques learned from their families and passed down through generations

Traditionally these were used in a formal garden

Carved Teak Triple Arch From Kutch - Late 19thC Finish - Lacquered 13 x 13 x 28This exquisite Indian archway is from Kutch and painted with beautiful pastel tones. It is part of a larger baradari, a 12 door pavilion with excellent acoustics used mostly for private concerts and courtesan dancing. The doors allowed a cool fresh breeze during the hot Summer months. Bara in Urdu Hindi translates to 'twelve' and the word Dar translates to 'door'. Although slightly faded, the original paintwork of parrots, lions, and elephants can