Indian Panelled Door & Frame From Gujarat - Circa 1900 Material - Mango Wood This antique Indian dowry box

This antique Indian dowry box is from the desert area of Jaisalmer in Western Rajasthan and has a tall gabled lid

the sacred bull and devoted companion of Lord Shiva

What's lovely about this piece is its relative originality as the painting and carving is all original

Today they make excellent bedside tables

Layers of old paint reveal a colourful and varied life

Indian Panelled Door & Frame From Gujarat - Circa 1900 Material - Mango Wood This antique Indian dowry boxThis ornate and sturdy Indian door is a wonderful option for a grand entrance to a room or hallway. With original carvings and metalwork, this is a truly unique piece which dates to circa 1900. Doors like this come from the homes of wealthy merchants called havelis. There is a lot of re development taking place in India due to a rapidly growing middle class. Older buildings are being replaced by modern houses and architectural pieces like this are