Painted Teak Takhat From Gujarat - 19th Century Dining Tables A Japanese two-section iron bound

A Japanese two-section iron bound travelling chest dating from the early 20th century

5 x 13 x 28cm (WxDxH cms)

Origin: Banswara district

remnants can be seen on the interior

This reproduction Chinese porcelain vase is decorated in iron red glaze

Painted Teak Takhat From Gujarat - 19th Century Dining Tables A Japanese two-section iron boundThis fabulous antique Indian coffee table is known locally as a takhat. Takhats were daybeds originally used by the wealthy merchant classes. This takhat table is from Gujarat in Northern India and dates to the early 19th century. It is truly an excellent example of a traditional Gujarati style takhat with beautifully faded layers of pastel paintwork and decorative carved sides. Gujarati takhats are made from teak wood and have red lacquered legs.