Carved Stone Jharokha Panel From Jaisalmer - 18th Century Origin - Sri Lanka better quality cabinets were made

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The orange glaze depicts a Phoenix and Quilin in an outdoor setting

Its broad form and sturdy handle made it an indispensable household item

The surface is decorated with repeating engraved foliate motifs that wrap around the body and lid

A totally unique addition to any room

Carved Stone Jharokha Panel From Jaisalmer - 18th Century Origin - Sri Lanka better quality cabinets were madeThis 18th century Indian carved stone window from the Jaisalmer area, Rajasthan is known locally as a jharokha or jharoka. This window is carved from a single piece of limestone by master artisans. Jaisalmer stone is considered the very pinnacle of secular architectural carving. The old city of Jaisalmer is so beautiful it has achieved UNESCO World Heritage Status. This stone has a striking pink line running through it created by natural water flow