White Painted Indian Shelf - Ca 1920 Material - Paulownia Wood 113 x 44 x 41

113 x 44 x 41 (wxdxh cms)

5 x 5 x 14

Dimensions: W180 x D45 x H95 cm

This is a scribes inkwell from Uttar Pradesh - it would hang on cord beside the scribes desk

White Painted Indian Shelf - Ca 1920 Material - Paulownia Wood 113 x 44 x 41This Anglo Indian teak shelving unit dates to the 1920s and is a refined example of early 20th century colonial craftsmanship. Constructed from solid teak, it has developed a beautifully mellow, weathered surface over the past century. Soft traces of its original pale painted finish remain, now gently faded and worn, allowing the warmth of the timber to show through and creating a subtle, layered patina rich in character. The design is simple,