Painted Teak House Shrine From Gujarat - 18th Century
This wonderfully carved Indian shrine would have been set into a wall and used to house the family's favorite deity in a Hindu Gujarati household. Dating from the 18th century, the central doors open to reveal a practical shelf. The traditional Mughal mirhab arch is flanked by two pillars surmountedĀ by parrots.Ā
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This house temple still has many layers of its original and earlier paint.Ā
Today, these are often used as decorative shelves or places to display ornaments.
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From India
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Painted Teak House Shrine From Gujarat - 18th Century
This wonderfully carved Indian shrine would have been set into a wall and used to house the family's favorite deity in a Hindu Gujarati household. Dating from the 18th century, the central doors open to reveal a practical shelf. The traditional Mughal mirhab arch is flanked by two pillars surmountedĀ by parrots.Ā
Ā
This house temple still has many layers of its original and earlier paint.Ā
Today, these are often used as decorative shelves or places to display ornaments.
Ā
From India
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£40
More delivery options available at checkout
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This wonderfully carved Indian shrine would have been set into a wall and used to house the family's favorite deity in a Hindu Gujarati household. Dating from the 18th century, the central doors open to reveal a practical shelf. The traditional Mughal mirhab arch is flanked by two pillars surmountedĀ by parrots.Ā
Ā
This house temple still has many layers of its original and earlier paint.Ā
Today, these are often used as decorative shelves or places to display ornaments.
Ā
From India
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£40
More delivery options available at checkout
