Painted Indian Almirah Cabinet With Sunburst Panels - 19th Century Shelf Hand-carved from a single piece

Hand-carved from a single piece of teak

the historic heart of Chinese porcelain manufacture

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Dimensions: W23 x D22 x H4 cm

Late Ming style reproduction

Painted Indian Almirah Cabinet With Sunburst Panels - 19th Century Shelf Hand-carved from a single pieceThis 19th century painted teak almirah cabinet features beautifully carved sunburst panels influenced by Portuguese design, reflecting the fascinating exchange of artistic ideas between Europe and India during the colonial period. While Portuguese rule was largely concentrated in coastal regions of southern India, decorative motifs and stylistic influences travelled widely through trade networks, and examples like this demonstrate how these European