Slatted Teak Shelf From Rajasthan - Ca 1930 Material - Cryptomeria These Chinese elm side tables

These Chinese elm side tables usually come in pairs and originally were used as stools in the Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Traces of old paint and ritual tika powder can be seen embedded within the carvings which add to its beautiful character

individually hand painted using traditional techniques

These cabinets are constructed from cedar or pine and decorated in the traditional Tibetan colours

so they are made to last through the cold seasons

Slatted Teak Shelf From Rajasthan - Ca 1930 Material - Cryptomeria These Chinese elm side tablesThis Anglo Indian teak shelving unit dates from the 1930s, during the late Raj period, and is a wonderfully characterful example of practical colonial furniture. Crafted from solid teak, it retains traces of its original painted finish, now softly weathered and worn through decades of use. Areas of natural paint loss reveal the warm tones of the timber beneath, creating a beautifully layered patina that reflects its long working life. The design is