Cream Painted Teak Dog Gate From Gujarat - 1900 Finish - Brown Lacquer This silver plated Buddha statue

This silver plated Buddha statue is in the meditation pose

The finely perforated brass body is decorated with repeating geometric motifs that allow light and air to circulate

hand-forged ring detail

but is crudely cut

Cream Painted Teak Dog Gate From Gujarat - 1900 Finish - Brown Lacquer This silver plated Buddha statueDog gates were used in front of the main entrance door of Gujarati Havelis to keep animals out. This particular one is made from Teak & Iron. Various layers of cream and brown paint give this piece a wonderful rustic look. They make very interesting & decorative garden gates as well as unique pieces of wall art.