Regency Style Indian Bench - 19th Century gifts It can be hung portrait

It can be hung portrait or landscape

hand-painted spotting and simplified form favour energy and movement over realism

Hand made in India using traditional techniques

a central kalasha-inspired motif sits among scrolling floral designs

The base is chased with a double Dorje thunderbolt

Regency Style Indian Bench - 19th Century gifts It can be hung portraitThis 19th century teak bench from Gujarat reflects the Anglo Indian furniture tradition that developed during the days of the Raj, when European forms were adapted by Indian craftsmen using local materials and techniques. Regency influence can be seen in the balanced proportions, shaped arms, and gently arched back, interpreted here through a more robust, hand built construction. Made from solid teak, the bench was built for practical use in a warm