Large Blue Painted Indian Mirror Made From An Old Window - 19th Century Takhat Tables a home of a merchant

a home of a merchant

Dimensions: Width 92 x Depth 35 x Height 161 cm

and craftsmanship of earlier Indian furniture traditions

68 x 7 x 78 (wxdxh cms)

The massive toran is traditionally hung around a room or over a tent to welcome guests into the home

Large Blue Painted Indian Mirror Made From An Old Window - 19th Century Takhat Tables a home of a merchantOnce part of an opulent haveli in Madhya Pradesh, this striking mirror began life as a carved teak window frame. Its rich blue patina and exquisitely detailed carvings speak to the high craftsmanship of Northern India. The scalloped mihrab arch, a hallmark of Mughal design, lends the piece a majestic architectural quality transforming a functional object into a timeless decorative statement. Handcrafted from solid teak, the frame is now fitted with a