Old Brass Bound Door From Shekhawati - 19th Century Throws In him the asavas -

In him the asavas - the craving for sensual pleasures

Its compact scale

Open: 50 x 52 x 15 (wxdxh cms)

This antique Japanese step tansu is known in Japan as a kaidan dansu

further enhancing its presence and ceremonial significance

Old Brass Bound Door From Shekhawati - 19th Century Throws In him the asavas -This impressive antique Indian door is bound with iron & brass and dates to the 19th century. Its unique style is only found in Shekhawati in Northern Rajasthan. These doors would originally have had a dramatic door frame and opened inwards on a pillar and post system. The brass features delicately etched acanthus floral designs with the wood carving mirroring this. These doors are supplied on a stand but can be wall mounted or incorporated into a