Blue Painted Indian Slatted Shelf - Ca 1930 Oriental The detailed chip carving on

The detailed chip carving on this manjus is of exceptional quality and unusually

Bulb: 3 x SES - Small screw fitting bulbs (max 60w) not included

candle holders

these pretty benches used to be seen outside shops and small restaurants in China and were used by both staff and customers to enjoy the fresh air

or simply as a decorative piece that brings warmth and authenticity to an interior

Blue Painted Indian Slatted Shelf - Ca 1930 Oriental The detailed chip carving onThis Anglo Indian teak shelving unit dates from the late Raj period, circa 1940s, and is a wonderfully characterful example of practical colonial furniture. Crafted from solid teak, it retains a rich surface of original sky blue paint, now beautifully weathered and softly worn through years of use. Areas of natural paint loss reveal the warm tones of the teak beneath, creating a layered, timeworn patina that cannot be replicated. The design is simple