Painted Chintz Door Panel From Bikaner - Late 19th Century Material - Burr Elm Better quality cabinets were made

Better quality cabinets were made from Elm

Hand-turned from wood and finished using traditional lac-turning techniques

Materials: Hand-thrown porcelain with yaobian (flambé) glaze

The pillars are surmounted by carved parrots

Condition: Wear and surface losses consistent with age and traditional use

Painted Chintz Door Panel From Bikaner - Late 19th Century Material - Burr Elm Better quality cabinets were madeThis 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