Painted Bajot Low Prayer Table From Gujarat - 19th Century Calligraphy Brushes coral was believed to enhance

coral was believed to enhance the power of the spirit during prayer

or could be used as they were originally intended

What is lovely about this piece is the original carved peacocks in the center which are beautifully framed by recarved peacocks on each leg

Carved from a single piece of teak

Painted Bajot Low Prayer Table From Gujarat - 19th Century Calligraphy Brushes coral was believed to enhanceA teak temple prayer table from Gujarat with regency style legs. Painted in a light pastel green mineral paint. Dating from the middle to late 19th century. These type of low Indian prayer table were known as Bajots and are found in many styles around India.