Painted Teak House Shrine From Gujarat - 18th Century Console Tables There is some old damage

There is some old damage to the left corner of the robe and general wearing of gilt conducive with age

it is made from reclaimed teak wood salvaged from old buildings in Rajasthan and Gujarat

according to the French social commentator Amiot

The antique wood this piece is constructed from has detailed carvings of parrots and flowers first created in the 19th century

E'en when day has dawned

Painted Teak House Shrine From Gujarat - 18th Century Console Tables There is some old damageThis wonderfully carved Indian shrine would have been set into a wall and used to house the family's favorite deity in a Hindu Gujarati household. Dating from the 18th century, the central doors open to reveal a practical shelf. The traditional Mughal mirhab arch is flanked by two pillars surmounted by parrots. This house temple still has many layers of its original and earlier paint. Today, these are often used as decorative shelves or places to