Teak & Iron Jali Dog Gate From Gujarat - 19th Century Style - Temple Jar while the teak slats retain

while the teak slats retain a beautifully aged surface that speaks to its long outdoor history

with traces of old pitch still visible in parts of the carving

Kasane is a 'chest on chest' and isho refers to its primary function as a clothing chest

antique dog gates are valued not only for their historical significance but also for their versatility as decorative architectural pieces

Teak & Iron Jali Dog Gate From Gujarat - 19th Century Style - Temple Jar while the teak slats retainThese 19th century Indian dog gates from Gujarat would have been used in front of the main entrance door of Gujarati Havelis to keep animals out. This one is made from teak wood and hand beaten iron crafted in a lattice style. This style is called jali in India and the quality of these gates is particularly high with excellent carving on the crest of the gates. They make very interesting & decorative garden gates & are suitable for outdoor use as well