Carved Tribal Cedar Chest From The Kulu Valley - Ca 1920 Material - Zelkova Wood Once the ornate window frame

Once the ornate window frame of a wealthy haveli in Madhya Pradesh

21 x 10 x 32 (wxdxh cms)

This Stunning Gilded Lacquer Buddha Head is a real conversation stopper -  it has such a serene expression and the most beautifully painted eyes

the acanthus leaves are skillfully carved

and a by-product of the fruit industry

Carved Tribal Cedar Chest From The Kulu Valley - Ca 1920 Material - Zelkova Wood Once the ornate window frameThese Himalayan cedar wood chests come from the Kulu valley in Himachal Pradesh and were used for storage. This piece dates to the early 20th century, circa 1920. They are hewn from cedar wood which is roughly cut into planks with an adze. It is then assembled using wooden pegs. The front is often chip carved with designs that have been used for centuries. Here, a stylised lotus can be seen carved into the front, a symbol of fertility and longevity in