Takhat Table From Shekhawati - 19th Century Hundi Hanging Lamps The colourful lacquer beading is

The colourful lacquer beading is original as are the beautifully turned and lacquered legs

The deep relief carving and rhythmic grid-like composition give the piece a strong visual presence

Frame: 44 x 1

The Edo Period lasted between 1603 and 1867

The original left hand has been replaced in the mid 20th century

Takhat Table From Shekhawati - 19th Century Hundi Hanging Lamps The colourful lacquer beading isThis 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. This table has old carvings in Hindi on one side and colourful lacquer beading runs around the