Framed Painted Indian Horoscope From Rajasthan - Ca 1920's Style - Huluping 'Double Gourd' Vase Chests of this style are

Chests of this style are constructed from paulownia wood (tong mu / 桐木) Paulownia trees were often planted at the birth of a daughter and were considered symbols of prosperity

This Taisho-era Japanese kasane isho tansu represents the traditional craftsmanship of northern Japan

52 x 21 x 121 (wxdxh cms)

Features: Cylindrical water vessel with diamond-patterned brass overlay

Origin: Hyderabad

Framed Painted Indian Horoscope From Rajasthan - Ca 1920's Style - Huluping 'Double Gourd' Vase Chests of this style areThis striking framed Indian horoscope painting from Rajasthan dates to the early 20th century, circa 1920s, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the visual language of traditional astrology. Hand painted on paper, the composition is structured around a bold yellow astrological grid, overlaid with handwritten Devanagari script and symbolic markings that reflect calculations of cosmic influence and destiny. Unlike more formalised chart paintings, this