Indian Almirah Cabinet From Gujarat - 19th Century Style - Meiping Vase Handmade from terracotta and fired

Handmade from terracotta and fired to produce a rich charcoal-grey surface

while the pair of cupboard doors beneath offer discreet storage

the locals of Shirvan created vivid and exciting rugs using the limited palette of colours they had available

A beautifully crafted brass bound Mandalay dowry box from Burma dating to around 1900

Indian Almirah Cabinet From Gujarat - 19th Century Style - Meiping Vase Handmade from terracotta and firedThis antique 19th century Indian almirah cabinet with glazed panel doors and sunburst motifs is an excellent example of the Indo Portuguese blend of styles and is constructed from solid teak wood. Incredibly stylish and timeless, the sunburst panels are typical of the Portuguese style and have been expertly carved. The core Portuguese occupation did not expand beyond Southern India, however, these cabinets can be found in Gujarat further north showing