Blue Painted Slatted Shelf From Rajasthan - Ca 1930 Material - Iron Below the dragon is a

Below the dragon is a tiger and below that there are two panels featuring details of tiger and leopard skin paintings

two of which retain their original hinged lids

Traditionally positioned beside doorways to hold small oil lamps or candles

These charming and practical bedside cabinets are made using reclaimed wood

Utagawa Kunisada 1786 - 1865

Blue Painted Slatted Shelf From Rajasthan - Ca 1930 Material - Iron Below the dragon is aThis Anglo Indian teak shelving unit dates to the late Raj period, circa 1930s, and is a particularly attractive variation on the classic colonial open shelf. Crafted from solid teak, it retains its original blue painted finish, now softly weathered and beautifully worn with age. Layers of fading colour and natural paint loss reveal the timber beneath, creating an authentic patina that speaks to decades of practical use. The design is both sturdy and