Bleached Indian Almirah Cabinet From Gujarat - 19th Century Material - Huali traditional handmade Korean paper made

traditional handmade Korean paper made using the inner bark of the mulberry tree

Coffer tables in China had relatively little written about them

Suitable for a plant pot if used with a plastic flowerpot and tray

The cabinet’s doors display a beautifully figured burr mulberry grain

and hand-stitched details characteristic of traditional sari work

Bleached Indian Almirah Cabinet From Gujarat - 19th Century Material - Huali traditional handmade Korean paper madeThis solid teak wood 19th century Indian almirah cabinet is an excellent example of the Indo Portuguese blend of styles. Incredibly stylish and timeless, the sunburst panels are typical of the Portuguese style and have been expertly carved. The core Portuguese occupation did not expand beyond Southern India, however, these cabinets can be found in Gujarat further north showing how trade and styles transcended regional borders. Two outward opening