Painted Indian Mirror Made From An Old Teak Window - 19th Century Origin - India especially in busy cities such

especially in busy cities such as Bombay where the famed dabbawalas delivered countless meals each day

This design of black tansu was often presented to a bride in her new home

This is a carved teak chariot carving from Tamil Nadu - South India - depicting a Yali lion - a mythical creature seen in many South Indian temples

Originally this piece was gilt and remnants of the gilt polychrome can be seen on the sides

or layered with everyday attire

Painted Indian Mirror Made From An Old Teak Window - 19th Century Origin - India especially in busy cities suchThis stunning painted Indian mirror radiates a strong Mughal influence with its distinctive carved arch. Traces of old paint give it a classic 'distressed' look. Once a window frame in a grand building since fallen into disrepair, it has been repurposed into a mirror. Supplied with wall hangers