British Colonial Carved Rosewood Sideboard
Mid 19th centuryA fine, beautifully carved British colonial sideboard in rosewood with an overhanging top made of one piece of rosewood. The front is mounted with hinged doors that are intricately pierced and carved with an intertwining floral design. Both sides with a carved sunburst panel. The piece stands on a carved plinth, resting on four ball feet. The interior is fitted with two shelves. The sunburst or Surajmukhi is a typical motif of the state of Gujarat signifying prosperity.
The sideboard is in good condition and has been lovingly restored and finished to its former glory using a traditional form of French polishing and waxing. The Indian rosewood that this piece has been made of has a naturally occurring dark shade with a striking grain.
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This sideboard has been sold.
Gujarat
British colonial India
H: 109 cm W: 130 cm D: 42 cm
H: 43” W: 51” D: 16½”
