Painted Indian Door & Frame From Surat, Gujarat - 19th Century Material - Teak Traditionally made as protective and

Traditionally made as protective and auspicious hangings

It has been carved from teak wood in the form of a ram and dates from the 19th century

the smell of camphor discouraged moths and other insects making these chests perfect for storage of silks

They were originally from Patan in India

Painted Indian Door & Frame From Surat, Gujarat - 19th Century Material - Teak Traditionally made as protective andThis exquisitely carved antique door hails from Surat, Gujarat one of India's oldest port cities and a long standing centre of artisanal craftsmanship. Dating to the 19th century and made from solid teak, the door is richly embellished with deeply carved floral medallions and foliate motifs, each hand finished with care and imbued with symbolic meaning. Traces of original pink, green, and lilac polychrome paint soften the sculptural detail, lending