Octagonal Rosewood Bajot Prayer Table From Rajasthan - 19th Century
An octagonal teak temple prayer table from Rajasthan with lacquer beading and brass. Dating from the middle to late 19th century. These types of low Indian prayer tables were known as Bajots and are found in many styles around India.Ā
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Although used for Hindu prayers, the shape of this table shows a remarkable similarity to the IslamicĀ Rub el HizbĀ known as the Islamic StarĀ formed by two overlapping squares. This is likely an influence from the Mughal period in India (1526ā¬ā1761).Ā
From India
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Octagonal Rosewood Bajot Prayer Table From Rajasthan - 19th Century
An octagonal teak temple prayer table from Rajasthan with lacquer beading and brass. Dating from the middle to late 19th century. These types of low Indian prayer tables were known as Bajots and are found in many styles around India.Ā
Ā
Although used for Hindu prayers, the shape of this table shows a remarkable similarity to the IslamicĀ Rub el HizbĀ known as the Islamic StarĀ formed by two overlapping squares. This is likely an influence from the Mughal period in India (1526ā¬ā1761).Ā
From India
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£40
More delivery options available at checkout
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An octagonal teak temple prayer table from Rajasthan with lacquer beading and brass. Dating from the middle to late 19th century. These types of low Indian prayer tables were known as Bajots and are found in many styles around India.Ā
Ā
Although used for Hindu prayers, the shape of this table shows a remarkable similarity to the IslamicĀ Rub el HizbĀ known as the Islamic StarĀ formed by two overlapping squares. This is likely an influence from the Mughal period in India (1526ā¬ā1761).Ā
From India
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£40
More delivery options available at checkout
