Octagonal Bajot Low Prayer Table From Shekhawati - 19thC Finish - Grey Lacquer This carved rosewood window shutter

This carved rosewood window shutter is from the Shekavati region of the Thar Desert

The piece is distinguished by its deeply carved apron

showcasing the rich craftsmanship and material character of northern India’s merchant furniture

This beautiful elm altar table still retains the original maroon lacquer on the front and legs

and traces of this original lacquer can still be seen on this example

Octagonal Bajot Low Prayer Table From Shekhawati - 19thC Finish - Grey Lacquer This carved rosewood window shutterThis excellent octagonal rosewood prayer table from Shekhawati dates from the 19th century. The quality of brass jali is some of the best workmanship we've seen for many a year. The red & green lacquer feet are turned in the traditional way. Similar brass work is found on merchant boxes and singhasan (god thrones). The style has strong Arabic themes and was likely influenced by the Mughal period in India (15261761). These types of low Indian prayer