Regency Style Indian Bench - 19th Century gifts 5 x 13 (wxdxh cms)

5 x 13 (wxdxh cms)

Painted Pichwai From Nathdwara - Rajasthan

length 54 cm

hand-painted spotting and simplified form favour energy and movement over realism

and is hand made on the potters wheel in the traditional way

Regency Style Indian Bench - 19th Century gifts 5 x 13 (wxdxh cms)This 19th century teak bench from Gujarat reflects the Anglo Indian furniture tradition that developed during the days of the Raj, when European forms were adapted by Indian craftsmen using local materials and techniques. Regency influence can be seen in the balanced proportions, shaped arms, and gently arched back, interpreted here through a more robust, hand built construction. Made from solid teak, the bench was built for practical use in a warm