Teak Triple Arch From Madyha Pradesh - 19th Century Style - Meiping Vase 94 x 7 x 120

94 x 7 x 120 (wxdxh cms)

70 x 70 x 28 (wxdxh cms)

This piece exemplifies Japanese craftmanship and realism with highly detailed rich patinated stripes down the length of his body created using acid etching

the elephant was considered regal and a symbol of cosmic splendor

Teak Triple Arch From Madyha Pradesh - 19th Century Style - Meiping Vase 94 x 7 x 120This impressive Indian architectural archway originates from Madhya Pradesh and dates to the early 19th century. Carved from solid teak in the Mughal style, it is double sided which is considerably less common, with fully worked decoration on both faces. Such pieces were originally integrated into grand interiors, where they served as both architectural and decorative focal points, and very few survive in this condition today. The arch is articulated