Brass Bound Pithara Console Chest From Saurashtra - 18th Century Material - Mulberry Wood Tribal Silver Bell Filigree Earrings

Tribal Silver Bell Filigree Earrings From Rajasthan

142 x 47 x 84 (wxdxh cms)

Deeply carved floral and foliate motifs frame the arch

During the Ming Dynasty the Emperor set up the imperial kilns in Jingdezhen

demonstrates the understated elegance and practicality that characterise traditional Chinese country furniture

Brass Bound Pithara Console Chest From Saurashtra - 18th Century Material - Mulberry Wood Tribal Silver Bell Filigree EarringsThis antique iron bound teak dowry chest, known in India as a pithara, has been sensitively reduced in depth to form a dramatic console table. Originating from a Kathi home in Saurashtra, this chest or pataro in the local dialect would once have held an elaborate dowry. It is constructed from solid teak with intricate grid panelling, each small square inset with animals, geometric motifs and brass studs, showcasing exceptional 18th century