ORIGINAL CARVED MIRROR
This wonderful vintage original carved mirror has two beautifully hand carved panels that lie either side of the central mirror. The frame is made from old teak wood and is adorned with hand carved elements, including a number of circular scrolls. You will find two metal rings fastened on the back to allow the piece to be hung horizontally. This most delightful item is coloured in a gorgeous sea-turquoise.
Visual Description
A most gorgeous and striking vintage mirror from Jodhpur. Skilled handicraft men have painted this in a wonderful sea-turquoise and has the addition of intricate hand carved elements. The mirror itself lies centrally between two panels. These panels each have a circular hand carved design. Overall the whole piece has been made from old teak wood and exudes charm and character. The hand carved elements run throughout and adorn the whole item. You will find two ring brackets to the reverse – enabling the mirror to be hung horizontally.
Uses
This mirror could be hung throughout the home. You may find by hanging it in a hall/entranceway brings you immediately into contact with a striking and charming item.
Made in India.
This item is in stock in our furniture shop in Brighton and Hove, Sussex.
Unusual Indian Furniture and Accessories
Also, take a look at our blog about this style of furniture here.
Due to the nature of these pieces each item will vary. With the colours, patterns and metal work on the wood differing from one to another. Please contact us prior to purchase if you would like let us know your preference. Also, we can send photos of the exact item we would send you.
The art of carving: Wood art in India
Wood carving in India has been around since ancient times, with ancient wood carved temples in Uttar Pradesh bearing witness to this. While Sheesham is the most widely used type of wood, mango,walnut, deodar, ebony and sandalwood – (click to continue reading).Â