Takhat From Shekhawati - 19th Century Coat Hooks this is a very functional

this is a very functional piece of furniture & was selected by the buyers for its beautiful patina

Note: See page 106

This old brass money box is from the Dhokra Damar tribes of Orissa in North East India

The distressed paint reveals layers of age and use

or a unique interest piece

Takhat From Shekhawati - 19th Century Coat Hooks this is a very functionalThis fabulous coffee table is an antique Indian daybed known as a takhat. Takhats were originally used as daybeds by the wealthy merchant classes in Rajasthan, particularly in the Shekhawati area. This takhat is from Shekhawati and dates to the 19th century and constructed from roheda wood which is a variety of teak and the national wood of Rajasthan. Its turned and lacquered legs support a beautifully patinaed table top with an ornately carved side.