Carved & Painted Pavilion From Kutch - Early 19th Century Choksars The tiger head handles are

The tiger head handles are playful yet strong

43 x 23 x 59(w x d x h cms)

Over time it has developed a wonderful rich patina

" and was likely used as a wedding box

Dhokra is a brass or bronze casting made using the lost wax technique

Carved & Painted Pavilion From Kutch - Early 19th Century Choksars The tiger head handles areThis impressive carved teak Indian pavilion is an incredibly rare find, especially in this good condition. It was likely the entrance to a village temple in Kutch. The beautifully subtle colours of the paint are the original mineral colours and there is intricate chip carving across the mihrab panels and pillars. The carving on the top frieze shows a pair of peacocks, the elegant pillars are Mughal style. The chip carving is typical of the Kutchi