Teak Almirah Cabinet With Sunburst Panels - 19thC Screens rare surviving traces of original

rare surviving traces of original polychrome paint

Crafted from a luxurious blend of 40% silk and 60% cotton

giving the timber depth and character that only time can create

these pieces often served double duty as family altar cabinets

Just a lovely piece of old gnarled wood - Art in it's raw form

Teak Almirah Cabinet With Sunburst Panels - 19thC Screens rare surviving traces of originalThis solid teak wood 19th century Indian almirah cabinet is an excellent example of the Indo Portuguese blend of styles. Incredibly stylish and timeless, the sunburst panels are typical of the Portuguese style and have been expertly carved. It has had a later frame and surround built to make it freestanding. The core Portuguese occupation did not expand beyond Southern India, however, these cabinets can be found in Gujarat further north showing how