2 Way Stone Lamp Niche From Jaisalmer - 19th Century Pillars Millstone diameter approx 61cm

Millstone diameter approx 61cm

42 x 42 x 110 (WxDxH cms)

Chinese dragons traditionally symbolize potent and auspicious powers

flowing ornament associated with Gujarati and Malabar coastal carving traditions

This example is beautifully constructed with keyaki (Japanese zelkova) doors and drawers which have a striking bookmatched grain patterns across the sliding doors

2 Way Stone Lamp Niche From Jaisalmer - 19th Century Pillars Millstone diameter approx 61cmHand carved from the distinctive golden yellow sandstone of Jaisalmer, this antique lamp niche once flanked a grand doorway in Rajasthan, softly illuminating entrances with the glow of oil lamps or candles. The warm hue of Jaisalmer stone prized throughout India for its fine grain and luminous colour gives the piece a timeless, architectural presence. The faade is beautifully detailed with twin arched openings framed by delicately carved foliate