Polychrome Indian Chair From Bikaner - 19th Century Finish - Bone Inlay traditional Ming-inspired design

traditional Ming-inspired design

top & back of the cabinet have a chip carved repeating mon pattern

they make beautiful display pieces that celebrate India's enduring textile traditions

this beautifully made textile adds a sophisticated splash of colour to everyday dressing and special occasions alike

They were originally used as book cabinets by scholars and later

Polychrome Indian Chair From Bikaner - 19th Century Finish - Bone Inlay traditional Ming-inspired designThis rare 19th century Indian polychrome chair is from Bikaner in Rajasthan. It shows the blending of cultures with Bikaneri painting and European regency forms. Chairs like these have always been rare to find in India and are unseen now. They would have been made for a Maharajah or another member of the royal family. The chair tells a story and would have originally had a woven cane seat caning holes can be found on the underside of the seat.