Takhat Table From Shekhawati - 19th Century Material - Pine (Reclaimed) but some details will vary

but some details will vary

A similar example can be found on page 201 of "Chinese Furniture: A Guide to collecting antiques" by Mazurkewich (Fig

Dimensions: W15 x D15 x H33 cm

one on each side

) This style of box is only found in Gujarat in the areas of Kutch & Saurashtra and brass peacocks often adorn the front

Takhat Table From Shekhawati - 19th Century Material - Pine (Reclaimed) but some details will varyThis fabulous coffee table is an antique Indian daybed known as a takhat. Takhats were originally used as daybeds by the wealthy merchant classes in Rajasthan, particularly in the Shekhawati area. This takhat is from Shekhawati and dates to the 19th century and is constructed from roheda wood, which is a variety of teak and the national wood of Rajasthan. It's turned and lacquered legs support a beautifully patinaed table top and would make an