Painted Teak Takhat From Gujarat - 19th Century Material - Buffalo Horn Some historic water damage to

Some historic water damage to the top right corner of the painting

the Bhuta culture is now confined to the coastal area of Karnataka in India

Either side of the cupboard is decorated with old faded thangkas and the interior has a large centerpiece Buddha thangka

Originally these would have been used as stools and would have been coated in a dark lacquer

Painted Teak Takhat From Gujarat - 19th Century Material - Buffalo Horn Some historic water damage toThis fabulous antique Indian coffee table is known locally as a takhat. Takhats were daybeds originally used by the wealthy merchant classes. This takhat table is from Gujarat in Northern India and dates to the early 19th century. It is truly an excellent example of a traditional Gujarati style takhat with beautifully faded layers of pastel paintwork and decorative carved sides. Gujarati takhats are made from teak wood and have red lacquered legs.