Teak Window Shutters From Haryana - 18th Century Origin - Congo 50 x 50 x 11

50 x 50 x 11 (wxdxh cms)

This striking red lacquer altar table is from Zhejiang province in South China and dates to the very end of the 19th century

betelnut cutters to name but a few examples

Inside the howdah is the goddess Danteshwarim whilst the elephant is controlled by a mahout (elephant keeper)

and many of these tables are sold by unsuspecting dealers as original pieces

Teak Window Shutters From Haryana - 18th Century Origin - Congo 50 x 50 x 11Rich in character and history, this remarkable 18th century window shutter originates from Haryana in northern India. Salvaged from a building that had fallen into disrepair, it bears the marks of centuries of use, preserving the authentic patina and weathered surfaces that only time can create. Traces of its original painted finish remain visible, adding depth, texture, and a sense of the shutter's long architectural life. Once serving both practical